Chicken Minestrone Stew

In a slow cooker, combine broth, tomatoes, beans, carrots, celery, onion, chicken, jalapenos and 1/2 teaspoons each of salt and black pepper. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.

About 30 minutes before the soup is done cooking, add pasta, parmesan cheese and spinach. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cover and cook 30 more minutes.

Test carrots for doneness (should be soft).

Notes:
The cans of tomatoes I use are made by DelMonte: diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chilies (or jalapeños), diced tomatoes with green pepper and onion.
For pasta, I use the veggie spirals.
You can add green beans, peas and/or zucchini for more veggies.