Italian Vegetable Soup

Easy homemade soup after a busy day. The Italian seasoning gives it a wonderful flavor. I like to eat it with croutons in the soup or served with a crusty bread.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2 (14 1/2ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1  medium potato, peeled and cubed
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1  medium carrot, chopped
• 1  medium celery, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup  frozen peas
• 1  bay leaf
• 1  teaspoon  italian seasoning
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 cup small shell pasta, cooked and drained
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combined the first nine ingredients.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Add the pasta and tomatoes; heat through.
5. Discard bay leaf before serving.