KT's Healthy Minestrone and Bean Soup

• • 1 can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 medium tomatoes or 1 can of Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 c. of homemade veggie broth
  • 3 c. baby spinach (optional)
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 to 3 minced garlic cloves
  • Dash of Chili Powder
  • Dash of cumin powder
  • S&P to taste
  • Small amt of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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  • Optional:
  • I have added zucchini, summer squash and cooked quinoa to this recipe.

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INSTRUCTIONS

• 1. Heat EVOO in pot; add onions and garlic. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes. Be careful that the garlic doesn't burn. If adding the zucchini & squash..add now, to heat up and cook a bit.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients.
  3. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the flavors start to come together.
  4. Add more spices if needed. **I always add s&;p right before
  5. eating