Creating Sausage and Tortellini Soup is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps:

1. Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Break it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2. Add Onions and Garlic: Once the sausage is no longer pink, add diced onions and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent.
3. Pour in Broth and Tomatoes: Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with juices) to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Add Carrots: Mix in the sliced carrots. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Tortellini Time: Add the tortellini to the pot. Cook according to package instructions, typically about 5-7 minutes.
6. Stir in Spinach: Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
7. Season to Taste: Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

These simple steps will have you savoring a bowl of fragrant Sausage and Tortellini Soup in no time!