Italian Sausage & Tortellini Soup

1) In a large stock pot over medium high heat, brown Italian sausage until cooked through. Add seasonings to the sausage. Set aside and wipe out the pan.2) Add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Over medium high heat, saute onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper, to taste.3) Add cooked sausage, artichoke hearts, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, French Onion Soup,broth, corn, and bay leaves to the pot and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and turn down to a simmer. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes.4) Add tortellini and cook according to package directions just a few minutes before serving.5) Remove bay leaves and serve with Parmesan cheese on top.If freezing for later, stop cooking the soup before adding tortellini. To reheat, thaw in the fridge. Then, bring to a simmer on the stove. Add tortellini and cook until done according to package directions.