HEARTY TORTELLINI SOUP

INSTRUCTIONS

In large pot, heat oil over medium heat.

Add onions, celery, carrots and garlic. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes.

Stir in ground beef and sausage. Cook until beef is no longer pink.

Stir in tomatoes, beef stock, kidney beans, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, sugar, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 30 minutes.

Stir in red wine, tortellini and spinach.

Cook uncovered for 20 minutes or until pasta is tender but firm.

Taste, adjusting seasoning.

Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with parmesan cheese