Magnificent Minestrone

Thick n Hearty and filled with all the good stuff. And ready in less than 30 minutes. Serves 4 big ole bowls.

Ingredients

• 2 zucchini, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 2 cups fresh green beans, bite-sized
• 1 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups veggie broth
• 28 oz can Muir Glen Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
• 15 oz can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 clove garlic or 1 tsp Garlic Gold crunchies
• 1 heaping tsp dried herbs of your choice, such as oregano and basil
• 1.5 cups whole wheat shells, dry
• 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• Cracked black pepper to taste
• 3 cups baby spinach

To Do

• Toss first four veggie ingredients in olive oil, salt and pepper.
• Roast at 400* for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine broth, tomatoes, beans, garlic and herbs and bring to a boil.
• Add pasta and olives. Cover and lightly boil until pasta is tender.
• Pour in roasted veggies. Cook for 1 minute more.
• Season with turmeric, red pepper and black pepper.
• Place spinach into bowls and pour soup on top.
• Garnish with parmesan