Kate's Minestrone Soup

Directions

In large saucepot, cook onion, carots, potatoes and green beans until just browned (about 20 minutes).

Add water, cabbage, tomatoes with their liquid, spinach, zucchini, and bouillon.

Bring to the boil, stirring to break up tomatoes.

Simmer, covered, over low heat for about 40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

DON’T overcook or they’ll get mushy.

Heat water for orzo.

As orzo cooks, stir beans into the soup andamp; heat for 15 minutes.

To serve, ladle soup into the bowls, stirring orzo into each bowl.

Top with cheese.