Crock Pot Hearty Pasta Tomato Soup

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Hearty Pasta Tomato Soup

1 pound bulk Italian sausage

6 cups beef broth

1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

2 cups sliced zucchini

1 large onion, chopped

1 cup sliced carrots

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 medium green pepper, chopped

1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

2 teaspoons sugar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 garlic clove, minced

2 cups frozen cheese tortellini

grated Parmesan cheese

In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add the next 13 ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until the vegetables are tender.

Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. Stir into slow cooker; cover and cook 30 minutes longer. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.