Minestrone Soup

Jennifer S.

2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each)chicken broth
1 16-oz can kidney beans , drained and rinsed
1 can (16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained, coarsely chopped
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup shell macaroni, uncooked
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried basil leaves

COMBINE all ingredients in crock pot. Bring to boil on high heat.
SIMMER on low heat 1-2 hours. or until macaroni is tender.
SERVE topped with grated Parmesan cheese.