Pasta Fagioli Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed & drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise & sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 cup small shell pasta, uncooked
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

In slow cooker, combine all ingredients except for pasta and cheese; mix well. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
Stir in pasta. Cover and cook for 30 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Don't overcook as pasta will disintegrate.
Serve soup with cheese.