Minestrone Soup

2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/4 lb Pancetta (bacon works too)
1 lb zucchini - chopped
2 ribs Celery - chopped
1 Carrot - chopped
1 Onion chopped
1 Bay Leaf
2 cloves Garlic - Minced
32 oz Chicken Stock
15 oz. can Cannellni Beans (undrained)
15 oz can Crushed Tomatoes
1/4 lb Penne

In a large pot heat oil and add pancetta (or bacon). Cook until brown. Add zucchini, celery, carrot, onion, bay leaf and garlic. Cook until veg are tender. Stir in chicken stock, beans, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil and add the pasta. Cook until the pasta is done. Remove the bay leaf and serve.

** if you want to make this ahead of time, you can, just wait to add the pasta until about 10-15 minutes before you are ready to eat. Otherwise the pasta gets soggy and gross.