Ingredient!
1 (3.5 ounce) link sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup chopped onions
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
5 cups of beef
1/3 cup of water
1/2 cup red victory
4 tomatoes – peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup tomato sauce
1 zucchini, chopped
8 ounces of cheese tortellini
1 green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese for topping
Preparation!
Place the sausage in a large saucepan over medium-high heat and saute for 10 minutes, or until well browned. Empty the fat except approx. 1 tablespoon, add onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
Next, add the beef stock, water, wine, tomatoes, carrots, basil, oregano and tomato sauce. Boil, lower heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming any grease that may surface.
Add zucchini, tortellini, green bell pepper and parsley to taste. Cook for 10 minutes or until the tortellini is fully cooked. Pour into individual bowls and garnish with the cheese.