VEGETABLE NOODLE SOUP

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions, drain and set aside.
• While noodles are cooking, heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
• Saute onion, stirring until pale golden, about 5 minutes.
• Add garlic, carrots and celery and saute until tender, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
• Add tomatoes and reserved juice, broth, water, oregano, basil, bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, about 30 minutes.
• Stir in the beans and cooked noodles.
• Remove bay leaf.
• Sprinkle some of the parmesan cheese and chopped parsley on each serving of soup, or stir into saucepan prior to serving.