Hearty Minestrone Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 1/2 c. beef broth
1 1/2 c. water
1 (16 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 (15 oz.) can black beans
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 c. frozen peas
1 c. elbow macaroni
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Place broth, water, tomatoes, basil, oregano and pepper in 4-quart saucepan.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Meanwhile, drain and rinse beans well under cold water in a colander.
Add beans, onion, carrot, garlic, peas and macaroni to the boiling broth. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is cooked, about 12 to 15 minutes.
Divide cheese among 6 bowls; pour piping hot soup over cheese.
Serve with Italian bread and a salad.
Makes 6 servings.