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Easy Tomato Minestrone

List of Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef broth
1 can (15 ounces) great Northern white beans, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 cup dried pasta shells or macaroni
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb seasoning, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 package(16 ounces) frozen mixed Italian vegetables
1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)



Recipe

1. Cook onion, bacon and garlic in large saucepan over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes or until onion is tender.

2. Add 3-1/2 cups water, broth, undrained beans, tomato paste, pasta, parsley, Italian herb seasoning and pepper. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.

3. Stir in vegetables; cook 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese.