SAVORY ITALIAN STEW

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My niece shared this recipe with me, and whenever I've served it, I get requests for the recipe. The sausage, tortellini, tomatoes, zucchini and herbs make it different from typical stews featuring meat and potatoes. It's a hearty one-dish meal that's simple to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender. Drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Stir in the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrot, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Gently stir in the tortellini, zucchini, green pepper and parsley. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 919mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.