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This soup was originally sent to me about five years ago, by my good friend Chrissy G. It saw me through all three pregnancies--by the third one I made six or eight batches ahead of time and froze them. It was one of my staple go-to dishes when I wasn't feeling good, and my family always liked it. It's great as a main dish or a side. I usually serve half the recipe and freeze the other half.

Yield: Select
Prep time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Course: Soups/Stews

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. mild Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 cup of onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 6 cups of beef broth
• 16-oz can chopped tomatoes, drained
• 8-oz can tomato sauce
• 1 large zuchinni, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 med. green pepper diced
• 1/2 c. dry red wine
• 1 tsp. basil leaves
• 2 tsp. oregano
• 8 oz. pkg of cheese tortellini
• Parmesan cheese

Instructions:
Brown sausage and remove from skillet.  Drain drippings. Add onion and garlic.  Saute 5 minutes.  Combine meat, onion, garlic, beef stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce, zucchini, carrot, green pepper, wine and spices in a large pot.  Simmer about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.  Add tortellini.  Cook until tender.  Serve with cheese.