Zucchini Minestrone

Don't be put off by the long list of ingredients! Most of them are just herbs and take no time at all to add. 

(based on a recipe at http://articles.philly.com/1990-09-02/food/25878500_1_zucchini-bread-dessert-recipes-onion)

1 c chopped onion

White part of 1 leek, chopped (or another half cup of chopped onion)

2 cloves garlic

2 T olive oil

2 sliced carrots

2 sliced celery ribs

3 c BZM (Basic Zucchini Mixture)

½ bell pepper, diced

1 t dried thyme

1 t dried savory

1 t dried basil

½ t dried rosemary

½ t dried oregano

½ t dried sage

4 chopped canned tomatoes

5 c chicken (or vegetable) broth

1 T wine vinegar

1 T tomato paste

Salt and pepper to taste

½ c Grated parmesan cheese to serve (2 oz)