Florentine Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed

Directions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook bell pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes, water, basil, bouillon and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.

Stir in spinach and cook 5 to 7 minutes more.