Low fat autumn vegetable minestone soup in the crock pot

Preparation

• Add all ingredients except rice and basil to a 3.5- to 6-quart crockpot and mix.
• Cover; cook on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in rice, cover, and cook on low about 15 minutes more, or until rice is tender. Sprinkle basil in before serving.