2 carrots, cut into small cubes

2 tsp. black pepper

1 carton (32 oz.) vegetable broth

1 16-oz. box farfalle (or another short pasta)

1/2 cup marinara sauce

1/2 cup frozen peas

1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

2 cups baby spinach

1 1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp. sugar (optional)

2 tbsp. canola oil

1 tsp. crushed red pepper

1 large or 2 medium onions, sliced

16 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced

1 tbsp. salt