Pepperoni Tortellini Soup

1 C uncooked cheese tortellini  (I use frozen tortellini or frozen ravioli)

1 garlic clove, minced   

2 (14 1/2 oz) cans chicken broth (I use chicken bouillon mixed in water)

1 1/2 C chopped tomatoes, undrained  

 

 1/4 C (1 oz) pepperoni slices, cut in strips  (I use turkey pepperoni)

 

 1 t basil      

 

 2 T parmesan cheese

chopped fresh spinach 

Combine tortellini, garlic, and broth. Boil 20 minutes (or 2 minutes, if using frozen pasta -- just follow the package directions), or until tortellini is done. Stir in tomatoes, pepperoni, and basil. Simmer 5 minutes. Add spinach for last 2 minutes of cooking.  Top with parmesan cheese.