Favorite Vegetable Soup

Favorite Vegetable Soup

1/4 c. diced onion                    2 packets instant chicken broth with seasoning mix

2 cloves garlic                          1 1/2 c. thinly sliced zucchini

1/2 c. each sliced carrot           1 c.chopped seeded tomato

1 tsp. chopped fresh parsley    1/4 tsp. basil

dash pepper                            2 c. water

In 1 1/2 qt. saucepan, combine onion, broth mix, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent.  Add remaining ingredients except water and stir to combine; cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes  Add water and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook until vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes  Puree half soup, if desired