The Kitchn: This creamy chicken soup has a few shortcuts up its sleeve
3 medium carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium celery stalks, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
1 bay leaf
1 Parmesan cheese rind
1 quart low-sodium chicken broth
1 pound refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup half-and-half
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