Tuscan-Style Spelt Rotini

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. spelt rotini or rotelli (available at Newark Co-op)
• 8 to 10 oz. fresh spinach leaves
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
• 1 lb. can Great Northern or cannellini beans, rinsed
• 14 oz. can plum tomatoes, chopped with liquid
• 2 oz. oil cured sundried tomatoes, minced
• 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper or to taste
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
• Parmesan cheese or soy Parmesan (optional)