ITALIAN RUSTIC SOUP

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Provided by Jennifer Bass

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

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1 lb italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
4 oz mushrooms, sliced
3 clove garlic, minced
3 large red potatoes, diced
1 can(s) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 can(s) petite diced tomatoes with basil and oregano
1 pkg frozen spinach, thawed and drained of excess water
1 pkg frozen cheese tortellini (about 9 oz.)
1 pkg beef broth (about 15 ounces)
salt and pepper, to taste
italian seasoning, to taste

Steps:

1. Combine onion, potatoes, and sausage in large skillet and cook over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper and italian seasoning.
2. Add minced garlic, beans, tomatoes and mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Add broth to a slow cooker and contents of the skillet. Cook on low heat for about 4 hours. Add the spinach and tortellini and let cook for about 30 more minutes. Garnish with parmesan cheese, if desired.