Ingredients
2 bacon strips, diced1/3 cup sliced celery1/4 cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon sugarDash pepper1 cup dried cheese tortelliniShredded Asiago cheese, optional
Preparation
In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute the celery, onion and garlic until tender.
Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into celery mixture. Add the V8 juice, chili powder, sugar and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Add tortellini. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Sprinkle with bacon. Garnish with Asiago cheese if desired.
