Savory Bean Spinach Soup

Let a slow cooker complete this vegetarian soup. Serve it in cups as a side for sandwiches or ladle it into bowls for a light meal.

Ingredients

  • 3 (14 ounce) cans vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 1 (15 ounce) can white or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup converted white rice
  • ½ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach or kale leaves
  • finely shredded parmesan cheese