Witchy Woman

Minestrone

1 can tomato paste or sauce

Half cup olive oil

Basil

Oregano

Thyme

Bay

Pepper

Cumin

Red pepper

Garlic

Vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, zucchini, potatoes, cabbage, corn, carrots, celery, mushrooms, etc.

Beans such as pinto, northern, lima, green, kidney, etc.

Pasta such as spaghetti, bow tie, tortellini, etc.

I don't tend to use pasta as I'd rather have a slice of warm bread, but since minestrone's "supposed" to have it... I add cumin and red pepper because I like a little bit of kick. Heat until warm through and pasta is cooked. Or toss in a crockpot for several hours. As I discovered with my last batch, DO NOT OVERCOOK! It still tastes great, it's just really mushy.