Ingredients
· 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage
· 1 onion, diced
· 10 baby carrots, diced
· 2 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 tsp. salt
· ½ tsp. dried oregano
· 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
· ½ cup water
· ½ cup red wine
· 1 large tomato – peeled, seeded and chopped
· 8 oz. can tomato sauce
· 1 can diced tomatoes (16oz)
· 3 cups fresh cheese tortellini
· ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1. Cut casing from Italian sausage and add Italian sausage to a large pot. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain all but one Tbsp. of fat.
2. Add carrots, onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is soft, about three minutes.
3. Add salt and oregano and cook 1 minute.
4. Add broth, water, red wine, tomatoes, canned chopped tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
5. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until carrots are almost tender.
6. Stir tortellini. Cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes until tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with warm crusty bread. 6 Servings