This Italian style meal-in-a-bowl is ideal for hurried midweek meals since it simmers to perfection in just 20 minutes. Complete the meal with Italian bread and a simple salad.

1 lg. onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp. olive oil
3 cans (about 14 oz. each) beef broth
1 can (14 1/2-16 oz.) stewed tomatoes
1/2-3/4 c. Pace Picante sauce
1 tsp. basil leaves, crushed
1 pkg. (7 oz.) dried cheese, filled tortellini
1 green bell pepper, diced
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Cook onion and garlic in oil in large saucepan or Dutch oven until tender, about 6 minutes. Add broth, tomatoes, Pace Picante sauce and basil; bring to a boil. Stir in tortellini; simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Stir in green pepper, continue to simmer 3 to 4 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Ladle into soup bowls; sprinkle with cheese. Serve with additional Pace Picante sauce. Makes 8 servings, about 9 cups soup.