Italian Bean Soup Mix Recipe

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups dried Great Northern or navy beans
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
• 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes (unwrapped)
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1-1/2 cups uncooked medium shells pasta
• 5 to 6 cups water
• 1 cup pasta sauce
• 8 ounces baby spinach leaves (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste