Homemade Tuscan White Bean Soup

Ingredients:

tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

3 carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

4 cups vegetable broth

2 cans of white beans (15 ounces each), drained and rinsed

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 bay leaf

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups chopped kale or spinach

1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)