Greek-Style Cannellini And Vegetables - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
    3 tablespoons olive oil
    2 -3 carrots, diced (about 2 cups)
    1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
    1 cup orzo pasta
    1 zucchini, diced (6 inches long)
    1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced or 1 teaspoon dried mint
    1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced or 1 teaspoon dried dill
    1/2 teaspoon fresh marjoram (sprinkle of dried)
    15 ounces cannellini, drained
    14 ounces Italian-style stewed tomatoes
    salt and pepper
Preparation
    Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente (about 8 minutes in boiling water), and drain. Stir in 1 Tbsp olive oil.
    Saute the garlic and onions in 2 Tbsp oil in large skillet.
    Add the carrots and bell peppers to the onions and stir.
    Stir the diced zucchini into the skillet of vegetables.
    Add the mint, dill and marjoram.
    Gently stir in the beans and tomatoes.
    Simmer for several minutes, stirring occasionally.
    When the beans and vegetables are hot, add the orzo.
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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