Tortellini Soup

3 Tbsp. butter
2 cloves minced garlic
1 c. chopped celery
1/2 c. carrot
1 small onion, chopped
8 c. chicken broth
4 c. water
2 Tbsp. parsley
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. nutmeg
2 (9 oz) packages of tortellini
fresh grated parmesan cheese


In large pot, saute vegetables in butter until tender.  Stir in broth and water.  Heat to boiling; reduce heat.  Stir in tortellini and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, until tortellini are tender.  Stir in parsley, pepper and nutmeg.  Cover and simmer 10 minutes.  Sprinkle each serving with parmesan cheese