Creamy Tomato Basil Garlic Cheese Tortellini Soup

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Something i whipped up from a combination of recipes -- really hearty and filling. Great for canned or fresh tomatoes, especially during the summer season!!

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Steps

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Saut minced garlic in vegetable oil until slightly browned and fragrant.

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Combine garlic with tomato juice , chicken broth , and petite diced tomatoes in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.

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Let simmer for 15-20 minutes.

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Add cheese tortellini and basil leaves , then simmer for 5-10 minutes.

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Slowly add butter and heavy whipping cream , and stir continuously over low heat until heated through.

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Do not let boil.

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Goes great with side salad and bread.

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Ingredients

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tomato juice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy whipping cream, dried basil leaves, garlic, vegetable oil, sweet unsalted butter, cheese tortellini