Meaty Minestrone Soup

Meaty Minestrone Soup SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed 6 cups water or beef broth 1-14.5 oz can diced tomatoes 1 package Mama Mia Minestrone Soup Mix 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
PREPARATION: Cook sausage in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain fat and add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil reduce heat to a simmer.  Cook until beans are tender, about 15 minutes, season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grated Parmesan.