Tortellini in Brodo

Ingredients

• 12 ounces tortellini
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add 1 medium chopped onion, 2 chopped medium carrots, and 2 chopped stalks of celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Pour in 6 cups of beef broth and add 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let the broth simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

6. 6

   After 15 minutes, add 12 ounces of tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes.

7. 7

   Once the tortellini are cooked, stir in 1 teaspoon of nutmeg and remove the bay leaf.

8. 8

   Serve the tortellini in bowls, garnished with 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.

9. 9

   Enjoy your comforting bowl of Tortellini in Brodo!