Quick Minestrone Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. diced zucchini
1/2 c. Ditalini (uncooked)*
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (16 oz.) cans low salt chicken broth
1 (14.5 oz.) can Italian style tomatoes, chopped (undrained)
1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, drained
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Combine first 8 ingredients in large pot.
Bring to boil. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until pasta is done.
Stirring occasionally, stir in cheese or use as garnish.
Makes 6 servings.