Fry sausage in large soup pot until lightly browned. Add onion and saute until transparent, then add garlic and cook for another minute. Drain grease if necessary. Stir in broth, dip, carrots, potatoes and mushrooms. Cover and simmer until vegetables are almost cooked, about 20 minutes. Add beans and pepperoni and cook for at least another 10 minutes. Stir in cream. Serve hot.