White Bean Soup with Spinach

Cold Winter Nights + Hot Soup = Relaxing.  Especially in front of a fire, reading a book, maybe even with a hot cup of tea.  No Quinoa?  Use Orzo Pasta.

1/4 Cup Sliced Carrot

1 Garlic Clove, Minced

1 Tsp Olive Oil

32 Ounce Chicken Stock

1/3 Cup Quinoa

2 1/2 Cups Chopped Spinach

15.5 Ounce Can Pinto Beans

3 Tbl Parmesan Cheese

Combine olive oil, garlic and carrots in a medium saucepan over medium heat until garlic begins to sizzle.  Add broth and bring to a boil.  Add Quinoa, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.  Add kale and beans.  Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Stir in cheese and serve.