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Ingredients

  • 2 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) packageloose-pack frozen broccoli carrots cauliflower mix
  • 1 (9 ounce) refrigerated tortellini
  • 2 cups milk
  • 14 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, snipped
  • 1 cup shredded process smoked gouda cheese

Method

  • In a large saucepan combine broth and frozen vegetables.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in tortellini, return to boil, reduce heat, and simmer about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a screw-top jar combine about half of the milk and all of the flour.
  • Cover and shake well.
  • Add to broth mixture, add remaining milk and basil.
  • Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
  • Cook and stir for one more minute.
  • Stir in cheese until melts.
  • If desired, season to taste with fresh ground black pepper and salt.
  • Enjoy!