Minestrone

Ingredients:

• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian diced tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• ½ cup whole wheat elbow macaroni
• Parmesan cheese (finely shredded, optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Combine chicken broth, mixed vegetables, tomatoes, water and macaroni in a medium saucepan and bring to boil.

Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered and stirring occasionally, until pasta is just tender and vegetables are cooked, 5-7 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve, sprinkled with Parmesan, if desired.