Tomato And Bean Soup

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 small onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 (32 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chicken base
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 14 ounces beans
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 -3 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 heat olive oil over medium heat in a 6 quart stock pan or dutch oven.
• 2 chop or mince onions.
• 3 press or mince garlic.
• 4 add onions to pan and cook until clear.
• 5 add minced garlic, being careful not to burn.
• 6 create a clear spot on bottom of pan, add red pepper flakes and toast.
• 7 stir all together and add salt, italian seasoning.
• 8 create a clear spot on bottom of pan, add tomato paste and toast.
• 9 add diced tomatoes, water, and chicken base. stir.
• 10 simmer for 20 minutes. taste for seasoning. add salt and pepper to taste.
• 11 add beans and brown rice. warm for 5-10 minutes.
• 12 5 minutes before serving, add fresh spinach. stir. when wilted, serve with parmesan (optional).