*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          30 - Minute Minestrone

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups                            Quick

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      cup           Onion -- chopped
     1/2  cup           Celery -- sliced
   2      tablespoons   Oil
  45      ounces        Chicken broth
  15      ounces        Tomato sauce
     1/2  cup           Small shell pasta
     1/4  teaspoon      Garlic powder
     1/2  teaspoon      Pepper
  16      ounces        Canned mixed vegetables -- drained
  15 1/2  ounces        Can red kidney beans -- drained

In large saucepan, saute onion and celery in hot oil until tender. Stir in broth and tomato sauce;
 bring to a boil Add pasta, garlic powder and pepper.  Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered,
 10 to 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.  Stir in vegetables and beans and heat through.
 Makes 9 cups.

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