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Minestrone Verde

 
   
   
   
Ingredients -  
   

6 cups Reduced-Sodium Vegetable Broth
1 large Onion, sliced
1/2 cup small or medium Pasta Shells
1 can (15 ounces) Kidney Beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked dry-packaged Kidney Beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (15 ounces) Great Northern Beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked dry-packed Great Northern Beans, rinsed, drained
2 cups sliced Zucchini 1 1/2 cups small broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups cut Asparagus (1-inch pieces)
3 tablespoons chopped Fresh Parsley
2 tablespoons chopped Fresh Basil
1 tablespoon chopped Fresh Rosemary
2 cloves Garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper, to taste
Shredded Parmesan Cheese, as garnish

 
   
Preparation:  
   

Heat vegetable broth and onion to boiling in large saucepan. Add pasta, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 5 minutes.
Add beans and vegetables to saucepan; simmer, covered, until broccoli is tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in herbs and garlic; season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve in bowls; sprinkle lightly with cheese.