Minestrone Soup - KNEP - Kentucky Nutrition Education Program

Ingredients

• 1 box (32 ounces or 4 cups) low-sodium chicken broth (can substitute with beef or vegetable)
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) no-salt-added petite diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15.5 ounces) no-salt-added kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3/4 cup dry, small shell pasta (or any small pasta)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) mixed vegetables, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)