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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.