In a soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil and minced garlic over medium heat until the garlic just starts to sizzle. (I used my Ninja Possible Multi Cooker.)
Add the Italian seasoning, tomatoes, broth and baking soda. Bring mixture to a boil.
Add the tortellini and return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the the tortellini are almost tender. This should take about 10 minutes.
Add the spinach and simmer until the tortellini is tender and the spinach has wilted. This should take 2 to 3 more minutes.
Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Servings: 6Serving size: 1-1/3 cupsWW Points: 5Check the WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app. (Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)4 PointsPlus (Old plan)Tasty additions to this soup might include:
White Beans: Stir in a can of rinsed and drained cannellini or navy beans for added fiber and protein.
Cooked Chicken or Sausage: Add shredded rotisserie chicken or sliced cooked Italian sausage for a heartier soup. (I love to add slices of Aidell’s cooked Italian chicken sausage.)
Carrots and Celery: Sauté finely chopped carrots and celery with the garlic for a richer base.
Zucchini or Mushrooms: Add diced zucchini or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.