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Vegetarian White Bean Soup


Cost/Serving: $1.29
Yield: [7 servings] / Serving Size = 2 cups
Ingredients:
2 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrot
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
3 (14.5-ounce) cans low-sodium vegetable broth (or 6 cups prepared from bouillon)
4 cups cooked navy beans (or 2 15-ounce cans, drained and well-rinsed)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon salt (or up to 1 teaspoon, as desired)

Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, sauté the zucchini, garlic, onion, celery, and carrot in oil for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

From www.tasteofhome.com

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