Makes 8 servings
1. Heat 2 tbs olive oil in a large pot.
2. Add 1 large onion, 1 celery stalk, and 1 peeled carrot that is diced.
3. Saute for about 5 minutes.
4. Add 2 tsps. Italian seasoning, a dash of hot red pepper flakes, and 2 quarts of vegetable broth
5. Remove all vegetables from the broth .
6. Saute for another minute or so until fragrant.
7. Add 1 can (15 oz.) of diced tomatoes, 2 cans small white beans, 8 ounces medium diced butternut squash or savoy cabbage, and 1 cup of rigatoni.
8. Bring to simmer about 15 min.