Minestrone Soup

By cmschnettler

Ingredients

• 1 -2 cans black beans (or 1 lb. ground beef)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 can beef broth
• 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
• 1 can mushrooms
• 1 can whole kernel corn
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 3/4 c. medium-sized shell pasta
• 2 cubes instant beef bouillon
• 1 Tbs. dried basil
• 2 & 1/2 c. water
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In large pan, cook ground beef (if using), onion, celery & cabbage until vegetables are lightly browned, about 10 min.
Add tomatoes, beans, corn (all with their liquid) & rest of ingredients except for cheese & 2 & 1/2 c. water. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat to low;cover & simmer 8-10 min. until pasta & vegetables are tender. Serve with Parmesan cheese.