minestrone

Minestrone

1 can. kidney beans

2 carrots, diced
1-2 t. dried basil
2 celery stalks, diced
1-2 t. dried oregano
2 potatoes, diced
1 t. dried thyme
1 4-oz. can tomato paste
1/2 t. dried rosemary
1/4 c. pearled barley
 simmer all above ingredients in Crockpot all day. Right before serving, add the following ingredients:

1-2 c. cooked macaroni
1 T. salt and fresh ground pepper to taste