Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup

INGREDIENTS

lbs Italian sausage (mild or hot - whatever your preference)

6 cups

chicken broth (I used some homemade broth I had on hand in the freezer but you can use store bought if you like)

1 28 ounce can

diced tomatoes (reduced salt)

2 10 ounce cans

herb tomato soup - I used Campbell's Harvest Tomato with Basil

2 8 ounce packages

of herb & garlic cream cheese, softened - I used Philadelphia Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese

1 lb

package fresh refrigerated cheese tortellini

bay leaf

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning

Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese for garnish and extra yumminess!

Optional: Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish