Tuscan Vegetable Chicken Stew

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 medium onion (diced)
• 2 cups chopped carrots
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 1 large chopped zucchini
• 1 sweet red bell pepper (chopped)
• 1/4 cup flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon optional crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 19 oz. can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast (chopped)
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• salt and pepper to taste
• fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Parmesan cheese (for garnish)