Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat in dutch oven.

Step 2

Remove sausage from casings, crumble and add to olive oil, along with chopped onions.

Step 3

Cook until sausage is done and onions are translucent.

Step 4

Add carrots, Italian seasoning and enough stock to cover ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add tomatoes, beans, greens and additional stock to cover all ingredients.Cook 10-15 minutes on medium low, or until beans are done and greens are tender.

Step 6

Add salt and pepper to taste, and pasta. Cook according to pasta package instructions.

Step 7

If desired, garnish with chopped parsley and/or shavings of hard cheese, such as parmesan.