Tortellini Soup

1 lb. Italian Sausage
2 cloves garlic
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cans beef broth
3 carrots, chopped
1 c. zucchini, sliced
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. oregano
4 Tbsp. chopped parsley
28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
1 c. water
1/2 c. apple juice
8 oz. tortellini
fresh Parmesan Cheese

In a large soup pan, brown sausage until crumbly. Add onion, green pepper and garlic and saute. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the tortellini and Parmesan. Simmer for 30 minutes or longer. Add the tortellini 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with grated Parmesan.