Title: Quick Minestrone Soup Categories: Soups, Beans Yield: 1 servings 1 T olive oil 1 ea onion, coarsely chopped 1/4 t minced garlic 24 oz tomato juice or V8 15 oz kidney beans 10 oz frozen mixed vegetables 1/2 c pasta 2 T dried tomato bits 1 t dried basil, crushed 1 x freshly ground pepper 2 oz grated mozzarella Saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is translucent. Add juice and undrained kidney beans. Bring to a boil. Add vegetables, pasta and tomato bits. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Stir in basil, add pepper to taste. Serve topped with cheese along with warm whole wheat rolls. MMMMM |