Napoleon Dynamite Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 potato, peeled and diced
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup cooked pasta (any shape you like)
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or basil)
• Grated cheese for serving (optional)