Tuscan Bean Soup

This soup is fast, easy, inexpensive & HEALTHY!

1 small onion, thinly diced
2 carrots, sliced
1 TBS olive oil
2 cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1 can great nothern beans, drained & rinsed
2/3 c spiral or bowtie pasta
2-3 c spinach, washed & torn
s&p

In large pot, saute onion and carrot in olive oil until onion is tender. Add broth & water; bring to a boil. Stir in beans & pasta; return to a boil.

Reduce heat; cover, and simmer for 14-15 minutes until pasta & carrots are tender, stirring occasionally. Add spinach, heat through. Season with salt & pepper.

This is really good served with crusty bread or toast for dipping. It's an extremely mild-tasting soup.....great for the kids!!