One Pot Creamy White Bean and Ham, Tortellini Soup
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 large onion, chopped
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2 carrots, thinly sliced
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2 stalks celery, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/3 cup flour
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6 cups chicken broth, divided
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 cups cooked and cubed ham
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15 oz. canneli beans, rinsed and rained
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
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2 bay leaves
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
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Dash - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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4 cups (1 pound) uncooked refrigerated cheese tortellini
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2-3 cups half and half*
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Garnish (optional)
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Fresh parsley
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Parmesan cheese
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