Split Pea Soup with Tofu Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 white onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed
• 4 small red potatoes, diced
• 1 cup peeled, diced carrots
• 1 pound dry green split peas
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (16 ounce) package soft tofu
• 1 (6 ounce) bag fresh spinach, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• salt and pepper to taste