Zesty Minestrone

  • Easy
  • Average budget

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup italian dressing
  • 1 onion
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 can red kidney beans rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 2 cans vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • 1-1/2 cups small pasta shells
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add onions, celery and carrots; cook 2 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Pour into slow cooker. Add beans, tomatoes, broth, water and seasoning; stir. Cover with lid.

Step 2

Cook on LOW 6 hours (or on HIGH 3 hours).

Step 3

Stir in macaroni; cook 10 to 15 min. or until macaroni is tender. Top with cheese just before serving.