2 tbsp. olive oil
1 c. onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lg. green pepper, diced
2 c. zucchini, sliced
1 c. celery, diced
2 lg. cans tomatoes
1 tsp. salt
6 c. chicken stock
1 tsp. fresh oregano, minced
1 tsp. basil
1/2 c. alphabet macaroni
Salt & pepper to taste
1/3 c. Parmesan, grated

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven. Add onion, garlic and pepper; saute until soft. Add zucchini, celery, tomatoes, salt, chicken stock, herbs and macaroni. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 1/2 hour. Test for seasoning. Serve hot with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Makes 6 servings. Low cholesterol.