Alphabet/Minestrone Soup

Alphabet/Minestrone Soup

1 small onion, diced

3/4 cup carrots, diced

2 cups potatoes, diced

1/2 cup celery, diced

1/2 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)

1 cup frozen peas

5 cups water

15 oz can tomato sauce

6 oz can tomato paste

1 1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp italian seasoning (or any mix of basil, oregano, thyme)

1/2 tsp black pepper (optional)

1 cup canned kidney beans

2 cups cooked alphabet noodles (or any other small pasta)

In soup pot, combine everything except the pasta and kidney beans.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are just done.  Add pasta and beans, then heat through and serve.  Serves 6.