Minestrone Soup

I got this on the computer, however I don't recall where

• Ready In: 7 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cup ham, diced
• 1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas
• 1  cup corn kernel
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, diced
• 1⁄2 cup celery, diced
• 1 1⁄2 cups frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (1 frozen block)
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1  medium potato, diced
• 2  tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup shell pasta, cooked according to package directions

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients except macaroni and Parmesan cheese in slow cooker.
2. Add a little water if chicken broth does not cover.
3. Cook on high 1 hour, then switch to low 6 to 8 hours, or until vegetables are tender.
4. 30 minutes before serving, add macaroni. Serve soup with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over the top or served on the side.