Italian Tortellini Soup

• 4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef stock or 4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans canned beef broth
• 7 cups water
• 1 lb italian sweet sausage, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 (9 ounce) boxrefrigerated tortellini
• 1 (9 ounce) boxrefrigerated spinach tortellini
• 12 lb cabbage, shredded
• 1 small green pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• salt and pepper
• freshly grated parmesan cheese

1. In a large stock pot, combine the stock, water, sausage,the vegetables and the chopped fresh basil.
2. Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
3. Add the tortellini, reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes or so, until the tortellini are done-check the package for the recommended cooking time.
4. Top each serving with grated Parmesan.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/italian-tortellini-soup-61273 (may not work)