Ingredients

  • 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 bunch kale, washed and chopped
  • 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
  • 8 ounces mild Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • grated parmesan cheese

Method

  • Brown italian sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain fat. Transfer to 4 or 5 quart slow cooker.
  • Add undrained tomatoes, water, and onion soup.
  • Cover; cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.
  • If using low heat, turn slow cooker to high. Stir in kale and tortellini into soup. Cover and cook for 15 minutes more. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.