Another Minestrone Soup for Crock Pot

Ingredients

• 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

• 6 cups chicken broth or beef broth
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes
• 2 cups sliced carrots
• 1/2 lb fresh green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 3 large celery ribs, sliced
• 1 large chopped onion
• 3/4 lb red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed through a garlic press
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper
• grate parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   In a 6 quart slow cooker, mix together the chicken or beef broth, tomatoes, carrots, green beans, celery, onion, potatoes, dried basil, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.

3. 3

   Stir in the fresh basil and olive oil.