1 (8 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
1/2 c. tomato juice
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. diced dried basil, crushed
1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
Dash garlic powder
1/2 c. loose pack frozen broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots or other frozen mixed vegetables
2 tbsp. orzo
1 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

In a medium saucepan combine stewed tomatoes, tomato juice, water, sugar, basil, oregano and garlic powder. Cook over medium high heat until boiling.

Stir frozen vegetables and orzo into the tomato mixture. Return to boiling. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered about 10 minutes or until vegetables and pasta are tender.

To serve, ladle into 2 bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Makes 2 servings.