Tortellini Soup

This is a really yummy and colorful soup.  It's one of the only ways I can get my husband to eat green beans, cauliflower and broccoli. :)  This makes 8 (1 1/4 cup) servings.

• 2 tsp oil
• 1 Tbsp dried basil leaves
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 c chicken broth
• 1 1/2 c chicken or cheese tortellini (I usually use cheese tortellini)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 c green beans, cut
• 1 c California Blend vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, carrots)

Heat oil in large saucepan (I usually use a Dutch Oven) over medium-high heat.  Add basil and garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.  Add chicken broth, tortellini, salt & pepper; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium.  Cover and simmer 10 minutes.  Add tomatoes, green beans and California Blend and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium-low.  Cover and simmer 10 minutes.