Zesty Minestrone

By jessicar

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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

Details

Level of difficulty Easy
Cost Average budget

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.