Marvelous Minestrone

Saute in oil in a large pot:
1 cup chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves

Add these spices: 1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil

Add 1 cup each: diced carrots, sliced celery, sliced zucchini, chopped tomato

Add 2 cans of chicken broth
1 can garbanzo beans
1 can tomato paste
3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni OR shells

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Great with some grated cheese on top and crusty french bread (but then, so is anything!)