Fresh Vegetable Minestrone Recipe

Ingredients

1

                        box Hamburger Helper™ cheesy Italian shells

1

carton (32 oz) Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth

1

cup water

1

cup sliced carrots

1

can (15 or 15.5 oz) great northern beans, drained, rinsed

1

can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with Italian-style herbs, undrained

1

medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces

1/4

cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1

tablespoon sliced fresh basil leaves

Preparation

In 4-quart Dutch oven, mix uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box), the broth, water and carrots. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in beans, tomatoes and zucchini. Cover; cook about 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until pasta and vegetables are tender.

Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with cheese and basil.

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