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11-12 Quick Minestrone Soup

You can substitute various vegetables or just leave some out of this soup.

Bring to a boil in large saucepan or pot:
3 - 4 c chicken broth

Meanwhile sauté in skillet:
olive oil
1/2 onion or 1 scallion, chopped
1/4 lb thin asparagus, sliced or colored bell pepper
1 large carrot, sliced thin
1 c broccoli florets
1 small zucchini or yellow squash, cubed
When golden and/or softened but not done,
add to boiling broth with:
1 T tomato paste
1 clove garlic, minced
1-2 oz small pasta
1/2 c canned chick peas or Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1-2 T Italian herbs of your choice or Italian seasoning
Allow to simmer until pasta is al dente and the veggies are soft.
Serve with salt and pepper and a sprinkle of Parmesan

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