Microwave Minestrone Recipe

• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 sm. onion, minced
• 1 c. carrots, sliced
• 1 c. celery
• 1 c. zucchini
• 1/2 c. yellow pepper, diced (optional)
• 2 (13 3/4 ounce.) cans beef broth
• 1 (28 ounce.) can whole peeled tomatoes, minced with their juices
• 1 c. med. pasta shells, cooked
• 1 (10 ounce.) can whole white kidney beans
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• Salt
• Pepper

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