Quick Minestrone

By EdieK

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups jarred tomato sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon
• 2 cups frozen spinach
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup pasta (such as macaroni elbows, mini penne, orzo, or broken spaghetti)
• 1 can cannellini beans (or chickpeas), with their juices

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion, basil, and oregano and saute about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper and bring to a low simmer. Add frozen spinach, vegetables, and pasta, simmer for about 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in beans and lower heat. Cook an additional 10 minutes. Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.