This is a full-bodied, very flavorful soup. I hope you like it!
serves 12 ( 7 points +)
- 5 links Italian sausage
- 1 c. chopped onion
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 ( 28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 c. fat-free beef broth
- ½ c. red wine
- 1 tsp. basil
- 1 tsp. oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- 10 oz. frozen cheese tortellini
- ¾ c. Parmesan cheese, grated
Remove casings from Italian sausage and brown in a large Dutch oven or pot. Drain. Add remaining ingredients, except for the tortellini and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add tortellini and cook until tortellini are tender. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tsp. Parmesan cheese.
Wow! Great soup, made it last night and loved it. Thanks for the recipes.
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