Italian Rustico Soup

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup pasta (I like elbow mac)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb. fresh spinach, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
28 oz. chicken broth
2 cups water (you can add 3-4 to depending on how thick you want the soup)
1 jar pasta sauce (26oz.) (I recommend Classico Spicy Tomato/Basil)
1 (15oz) can white beans, drained. (or any other beans you like)
2 tsp balsamic or red wine vinegar (I used one of each)
8 oz. cooked sausage (I used Hot or Spicy)
Grated cheese (optional for serving)
*add any other herbs/spices you like.

DIRECTIONS:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
2. Heat oil in large pot and add spinach, onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat until onion is tender. About 5 mins. Stir occasionally.
3. Stir in cooked pasta and remaining ingredients, except cheese. Heat until boiling, then reduce heat and cook for 15 mins uncovered. Stir occasionally.
4.Serve with cheese if desired.
Makes 12 servings.