1 med onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp. olive oil
3/4 lb. beef stew, cut into 1/2" pieces
2 (14 oz.) cans regular strength beef broth
2 1/4 c. water
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 2/3 c. drained, cooked or canned navy beans
16 oz. can tomatoes, cut up
2 carrots, sliced
1 med. potato, diced
1/2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen leaf spinach, thawed & sliced
1 1/2 oz. fine noodles or spaghetti
Grated Parmesan cheese

Saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Add meat; stir to coat with oil. Add broth, water and Italian seasoning; cover and simmer 1 hour. Add beans, tomatoes, carrots, and potato; simmer, covered 20 minutes. Stir in spinach and noodles; simmer 10 minutes longer. Garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve with salad and favorite crusty bread. Serves 8 to 10; recipe can be cut in half.