Easy Minestrone Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 cans Italian stewed tomatoes
2 c. fresh broccoli tops
2 carrots, sliced
1 small can kidney beans
1 c. cooked large macaroni shells
1 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. water
Parmesan cheese

Preparation

In small microwave-safe bowl, put 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped onion and garlic.
Microwave for 1 minute with bowl covered.
Transfer to 4-quart pan and add all remaining ingredients.
Cook on medium heat until vegetables are done. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on hot soup.