1 lb. Italian sausage
1 c. chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
5 c. beef broth
1 c. water
1/2 c. dry red wine
2 c. chopped peeled tomatoes
1 c. thinly sliced carrots
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. oregano
8 oz. tomato sauce
2 small zucchini, sliced
2 tbsp. parsley
1 green pepper, diced
1 bag frozen tortellini
cheese (to sprinkle on top)

Cook Italian sausage. Add onion and garlic and saut. In a large saucepan, add beef broth, water, wine, tomatoes, tomato sauce, green pepper and spices. When ready, add sausage mixture. Add carrots and zucchini 20 to 30 minutes prior to serving. Before serving, bring to a boil and add tortellini. Let boil for 8 to 10 minutes, then serve.