2 tbsp. oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lg. onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 c. tomato juice
3 c. water
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1/2 tsp. coarse black pepper
3 c. precooked beans
1 tsp. salt (less if beans are salty)
1 c. sm. whole wheat shells or macaroni
1 c. shredded fresh spinach
Grated Parmesan cheese

Using 5 quart pot, heat oil and saute garlic, onion, and celery for 5 minutes. Add tomato juice, water, tomato sauce, beans, bay leaves, oregano, basil, garlic salt, and pepper, adjusting seasonings to taste. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add pasta; cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add spinach and simmer 5 minutes. Serve with cheese at table. Makes 2 quarts.