Longevity Soup
["3 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil", "2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced", "1 c. chopped onion", "1 tsp. salt", "1 c. chopped carrots", "1 c. chopped broccoli (fresh or frozen)", "1 c. chopped spinach (fresh or frozen)", "1/4 tsp. ground black pepper", "1 tsp. dried basil or 1 Tbsp. fresh", "1 c. chopped green pepper", "1 tsp. oregano", "3 1/2 c. water", "2 c. low-sodium tomato puree", "1 1/2 c. canned chickpeas", "1 c. fresh or canned chopped tomatoes", "1/2 c. dry pasta (macaroni or shells)", "1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese"]
["Heat oil in heavy bottom 4-quart pot.", "Add garlic and onion; saute until soft and translucent.", "Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, carrots, celery, broccoli and spinach.", "Add oregano, pepper and basil.", "Cover and cook over low heat for 5 to 8 minutes.", "Add green pepper, water, tomato puree and chickpeas.", "Cover and simmer 15 minutes.", "Add tomatoes and remaining salt; simmer 10 more minutes, then bring soup to a boil.", "Add pasta and gently boil until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.", "Ladle into bowls and top with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese."]
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