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Which NCAA school is known for having the only mascot that is not an animal, human, or mythical creature?

A) Syracuse University – Otto the Orange

B) University of Georgia – Uga the Bulldog

C) Michigan State University – Sparty the Spartan

D) University of Oregon – The Duck

Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced

• 2 medium carrots, chopped

• 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced

• 1 tsp sea salt

• Ground black pepper

• 3 garlic cloves, grated

• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 ½ cups cooked white beans or kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup chopped green beans

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• ¾ cup small pasta, elbows, shells, orecchiette

• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley

• Red pepper flakes

• Grated parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, salt, and several grinds of black pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.

2. Add the garlic, tomatoes, beans, green beans, broth, bay leaves, oregano, and thyme. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes..

3. Stir in the pasta and cook, uncovered, for 10 more minutes, until the pasta is cooked through.

4. Season to taste and serve with parsley, red pepper flakes, and parmesan, if desired.

This recipe is from Love & Lemons!

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Introducing, Reagan Jackson!

“I am a second year on the Women's Basketball Team at the University of Cincinnati! I’ve been training and playing with others my entire life. I was a USA team finalist in 2022. I love to help others get better in and outside their sport.”

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The correct answer is A! (source: ChatGPT)