Pesto Bean Soup:

Saute 5 garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes in skillet w/ olive oil. Add 1 – 48oz jar Great Northern beans and 1 cup water. Simmer 10 minutes. Add 2-3 cups chicken broth and 1 large chopped onion, 2-3 stalks chopped celery, 2-3 chopped carrots, & (1 chopped red pepper). Cook 15 minutes – add 1/2rottiserie chicken and 3 Tbs pesto, 2 Tbs grated parmesan, ½ cup Kalamata olives and some rosted peppers. Season to taste w/ Basil, Thyme, Salt & Pepper.