1 tablespoon olive oil |
1/2 lb leek, white part only, cleaned and chopped |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1/2 lb carrot, cut in bite size rounds |
2 small red potatoes, cut in bite size pieces |
2 small turnips, cut in bite size pieces |
1 parsnip, cut in bite size pieces |
2 celery ribs, sliced 1/4-inch thick |
2 tablespoons dried lentils |
2 tablespoons dried split peas |
2 tablespoons dried small white beans |
1 teaspoon dried thyme |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper |
2 bay leaves |
2 quarts low sodium vegetable broth |
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes |
4 ounces spinach leaves |
