Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup is a classic Italian soup that is hearty, healthy, and perfect for lunch or dinner on a cold day. This easy homemade minestrone is a family favorite. Serve the soup with crusty bread and Parmesan Cheese.

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup fresh or frozen green beans
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (can use fire roasted tomatoes)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 14 ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup elbow macaroni (can use gluten-free pasta)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, for garnish