Crock Pot Minestrone Soup

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Yummy and healthy! Also freezes really well--if you stubstitue fresh tomatoes its a great way to preserve some summer garden produce

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Steps

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Combine beans , broth , and water in a large crockpot and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until beans are tender.

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Add remaining ingredients and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or until vegetables are tender.

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Yummy topped with grated parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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lentils, pearl barley, black-eyed peas, beef broth, water, diced tomatoes, zucchini, onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, italian seasoning, garlic, bay leaves, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes