Hearty Minestrone - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 cups low sodium vegetable broth or 6 cups chicken broth
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 onions, chopped fine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 1/2 cup orzo pasta or 1/2 cup ditalini, is suggested
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen vegetables, Italian Blend is suggested
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaf
salt and pepper, as needed

Preparation

Bring broth, beans, and tomatoes to boil in large saucepan.
Meanwhile, heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in broth mixture and pasta and simmer until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in vegetables and basil and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper.