Quick and Easy Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

1 large onion (chopped)
1 zucchini (cut in half-moons)
2 c. frozen peas and carrots
1 can canilini beans (drained and well rinsed)
2 tsp. dried oregano
1 c. orzo or other small pasta
3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 carton low-sodium chicken stock ( or 4-5 c. water)
1 large can diced tomatoes
2 tsp. dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste

Saute onions, garlic and zucchini in olive oil on medium-high heat until tender (5 mins).  Add all other ingredients except pasta.  Simmer on medium-low heat for 20 minutes.  Add pasta and continue to simmer until pasta is cooked through (8-10 minutes).  Serve by topping with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
 
 

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Last Revised/Reviewed
Monday, 2008-07-28 9:46 AM