Magic Minestrone

• garlic↗2

  minced

• onion1 cup

  chopped

• celery1 cup

  chopped

• thyme↗1 teaspoon
• olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• broth30 ounces
• carrots↗3

  diced

• diced tomatoes1 can

  14 1/2 ounce

• zucchini1 lb

  cut into 1/2 inch slices

• green beans↗1⁄4 lb

  cut in 1 inch pieces

• water↗3 cups
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• quick-cooking barley↗1 cup
• white beans↗1 can

  15 ounce

• spinach leaves↗8 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, over medium heat, cook the garlic, onion, celery and thyme in the olive oil, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until softened.

2. 2

   Add the broth, carrots, tomatoes, zucchini, green beans, water and salt.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Add barley.

5. 5

   Reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in white beans and spinach, cook 5 more minutes.