Ingredients

1/2 lb. Italian pork sausage
1 C. sliced carrots
1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 cubes 1 clove garlic
2 (14 1/2 oz) cans beef broth
1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans
1 (14 1/2 oz) can pasta style chunky tomatoes, un-drained 1 1/2 C. water
1/2 tsp. dried italian seasoning
1 bay leaf
1 C. zucchini-julienne cut
Grated fresh parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, brown sausage; drain. Place into a crock-pot, and add all ingredients except zucchini. Cover; cook on low 7-9 hrs. Remove bay leaf, and gently stir in zucchini. Cover and cook 30 more mins. Serve with grated cheese.

Yield: 8 servings