Ingredients
1 pound bulk Italian sausage1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced3 cups beef broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 medium carrot, thinly sliced1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 small zucchini, sliced1/3 cup chopped green pepper2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyGrated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
In a large saucepan, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender. Drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Stir in the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrot, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
Gently stir in the tortellini, zucchini, green pepper and parsley. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Serve with cheese.
