Sauté 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 onion and 1 clove garlic, 1/2 zucchini.

Add: 

• 1 large can diced tomatoes (not crushed)
• 1 can mixed beans
• 1/4 cup macaroni noodles (optional)
• rind of parmesan (sounds a bit gross but is important!)

Cook for 30 minutes or so.

Just before serving, add 2 cups fresh baby spinach.

Garnish with parmesan and fresh basil.