4–5 basil leaves, minced

1 small/medium red pepper, chopped

pepper, to taste

1 and 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional but recommended)

3/4 cup uncooked thin noodles, such as Manischewitz Fine Egg Noodles

1 clove garlic, minced or 2 cubes Gefen Frozen Garlic

1 tablespoon Gefen Olive Oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 and 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

salt, to taste

1 teaspoon pareve chicken soup mix

5 ounces (140 grams) frozen spinach, defrosted in microwave and drained to equal 1/2 cup

1 teaspoon sugar or sweetener equivalent

2 -14 and 1/2 ounce (410-gram) cans diced tomatoes

2 cups water, divided