Hearty Minestrone Soup

• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 28 oz can Crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 15 oz can Cannellini beans
• 1 cup Small pasta shells
• 2 cups Spinach
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes.
3. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for 1 minute.
4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
5. Add beans and pasta. Simmer for 15 minutes until pasta is cooked.
6. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with crusty bread and parmesan.

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