Sunday 7/4 "Tuscan Soup"

This is a Sandra Lee meal.

Tuscan Soup
2 tablespoons olive oil (already purchased)
1 medium onion, chopped (already purchased)
2 teaspoons chopped garlic ($1.48)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (already purchased)
1 (14.5-ounce) can less sodium beef broth ($1.89)
3 cups water
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes ($.89)
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen Italian vegetable blend ($1.25)
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed ($0.84)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (already purchased)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen cheese tortellini ($4.98)

Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and add the onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Saute for 2 minutes, then add the beef broth and 3 cups of water. Add all of the remaining ingredients, except the tortellini. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until the tortellini are cooked, another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Verdict: Loved it! So easy to make and I liked the beans in it. It gave it a thicker taste to make me think I was eating something better for me than cheese-filled pasta. The best thing about it is that I can use leftovers tomorrow for another Sandra meal! Total cost to make: $11.33