Simplified Italian Wedding Soup

1lb ground Italian Sausage

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 carrots, peeled and diced

8 cups chicken broth (pick one that has good flavor)

10-12 oz tortellini

2 cups fresh spinach, chopping optional

salt and pepper to taste

parmesan cheese for garnish, optional

Brown sausage in a stock pot and drain. Add garlic and heat for 30 seconds. Add carrots and broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 min, or until carrot is tender. Add tortellini and cook until tender (just a few minutes). Taste broth and season with salt and pepper. Right before serving, add the spinach and stir. Serve hot with parmesan cheese.

Serves 6-8