Slow Cooker Mediterranean Minestrone Casserole

By LaurenCocch16

Ingredients

• 3 medium carrots, sliced (1 1/2 cups)
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 cup water
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 can (28oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (15oz) garbanzo beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 can (6oz) tomato paste
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
• 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In 3-4qt slow cooker, mix all ingredients except green beans, macaroni and cheese.

Step 2

Cover, cook on low 6-8 hours.

Step 3

About 20 minutes before serving, stir in green beans & macaroni. Increase heat to high. Cover, cook 20 minutes or until beans and macaroni are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.