Classic Minestrone | Cook Smarts

Ingredients

• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Onions, diced
• 3/4 lb Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 3/4 lb Potatoes, diced
• 2 tsp Thyme
• 1 can Diced tomatoes (14 oz / 397 g can), drained
• 1 Bay leaf
• 6 cups Chicken stock
• 1 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 bunch Parsley
• 1/4 cup Sundried tomatoes in oil
• 1 can Kidney beans (14oz / 397g can), rinsed and drained
• 2 cups Leftover pasta
• for serving over soup Parmesan cheese, grated