Minestrone

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp oil
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 3 cloves chopped garlic
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• dash cayenne
• 1 tsp thyme or oregano
• 1 tsp basil
• 1-1/2 cup cooked white beans
• 1/2 cup uncooked small pasta
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes, including juice
• 4 + cups water
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley