QUICK Minestrone Soup

I found this one in one of those little recipe booklets at the grocery store checkout. It's quick, hearty, and delicious. I haven't made it in a while, and can't wait to add it back in to my "regulars". It can easily be made for a crowd.

1 (28oz) can Italian-style whole tomatoes, undrained, chopped

1 (15.5oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

2 C frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrots

1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, sliced

1 1/2 C water

4 tsp beef-flavor instant bouillon

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp dried basil

1/4-1/2 tsp garlic salt

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 C grated fresh Parmesan cheese

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine all ingredients except cheese. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Top each serving with Parmesan cheese.