Southwestern Tortellini Chowder

Ingredients

• 3 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth
• 1½ cups salsa
• ½ teaspoon grated orange peel
• 2 (9 ounce) packages tortellini pasta
• 1 bunch broccoli, chopped small
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can whole corn, drained
• 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
• dash of salt
• ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Procedures

1. Lightly steam broccoli, pepper and corn.
2. In large pot bring broth, salsa, orange peel to a boil; simmer for 3 minutes.
3. Stir in tortellini and vegetables.
4. Cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
5. Stir in milk and salt; cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
6. Do not boil or milk will curdle.
7. Top each serving with Parmesan cheese and cilantro.