INGREDIENTS
•
1 large sweet onion, diced
•
3 cloves garlic, crushed
•
2 large stalks celery, chopped
•
3 medium carrots, sliced
•
(1) 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
•
(1) 15oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
•
3 tablespoons olive oil
•
3 bay leaves
•
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
•
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
•
1 teaspoon oregano
•
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
•
1 teaspoon salt
•
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
•
(2) 28 oz cans of diced plum tomatoes
•
3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
•
1 1/2 cups torchiette or pasta of your choice
•
4 cups spinach
•
1 cup peas (frozen or fresh)
•
chopped flat leaf parsley, garnish