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From: jackiepgj

Beef Tortellini Soup

1 lb ground beef
1 28 oz. can tomatoes in puree
1 10 oz. can French onion soup
1 9 oz. pkg frozen green beans
1 9 oz. pkg. fresh cheese tortellini
1 t. dried basil leaves
1 medium zucchini

In 5 qt,. pot, brown ground beef, stirring frequently until all juices evaporate and beef is well browned. Spoon off excess fat. Add tomatoes with puree, undiluted. Add onion soup. green beans, tortellini, basil and 3 1/2 c. water. Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce to med. Cover and cook another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add zucchini, and cook uncovered for another 10 minutes until zucchini and tortellini are tender.

Makes about 11 cups/6 servings