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I am a wife and mom of two beautiful girls who happens to be a professionally trained chef. I have dreams of one day publishing a cook book, but in the mean time I want to share this gift I've been given with all of you, so grab a fork (or sometimes a spoon)...because I'm in the kitchen!

Friday, January 20, 2012

Dinner on the Table in 5 minutes...yes, please!!

We all need a dinner in our arsenal of recipes that is faster than fast. This is your new favorite quick dinner. This so happens to be vegan, but top with a little Parmesan if you wish for a vegetarian dinner and join in on the "Meatless Mondays."

Tomato, White Bean and Spinach Soup
1 24oz jar of pasta sauce
1 6oz bag baby spinach, you can tear it up as you toss it in, or leave whole
1 15oz can Great Northern or Cannelini beans, drained and rinsed
1 quart low salt or unsalted vegetable broth or stock (or use chicken broth or stock if you prefer)
3/4 tsp crushed red pepper, optional

Put all ingredients in a large pot and simmer 3-5 minutes on medium heat until spinach is wilted. Seriously...you're done. Super healthy, super fast, super yummy, super veggies, super done. 

Other additions if you've got the time...
a chunk of bread on the side
leftover cut-up chicken or browned pan sausage
cooked small pasta
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup heavy cream
Grilled cheese sandwiches

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