Macaroni And Red Bean Soup Recipe

• 1 c. red kidney beans, soaked
• 1 x onion, coarsely minced
• 1 med carrot, diced
• 2 x celery stalks, minced
• 3 x garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tbsp. parsley, minced, optional
• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 c. tomatoes, diced
• 1 c. tomato juice
• 1/2 x vegetable bouillon cube
• 8 ounce elbow macaroni
• 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 tsp mixed herbs salt and pepper

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