Tasty-Italian Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
• 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes, broth, zucchini and basil.
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Garnish with cheese.