Tomato, Italian Sausage, and Veggie Soup

• 1 -1 12 lb bulk Italian sausage (I use hot, but sweet or hot)
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 2 cups carrots, diced
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 4 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 dash black pepper
• 10 cups chicken broth
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 cups whole wheat rotini (can sub white)
• 1 (7 -9 ounce) package frozen spinach
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced into small cubes
• 14 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (for garnish)

1. Brown sausage in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onions and carrots; saute 3 minutes.
3. Stir in mushrooms and garlic, and saute another 3 minutes.
4. Add broth,spices, tomatoes, tomato sauce, spinach and bring to a boil.
5. Cook for about 30 minute Drop in pasta and simmer until cooked, about 10 minutes, or according to package directions.
6. Place a couple tablespoons diced cheese into serving bowls and pour soup on top.
7. Garnish with Parmesan and enjoy!

italian sausage, onion, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, oregano, garlic, black pepper, chicken broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, whole wheat rotini, frozen spinach, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/tomato-italian-sausage-and-veggie-soup-443851 (may not work)