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1 small yellow onion, peeled and quartered
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2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
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1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
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1 (14.5-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
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1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, homemade or store-bought
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1 large or 2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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5 ounces ditalini or other small pasta
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2 cups baby spinach, chopped or cut into thin strips
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5 fresh basil leaves, torn (I subbed 1/2 teaspoon dried basil)
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Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste (optional)
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Grated Parmigiana-Reggiano cheese to taste (optional)
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