1 lb dried white beans pre-soaked
over night, or two cans of white beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons of olive oil 4 leeks, chopped 2 garlic cloves 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoon paprika 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup
whole wheat couscous 2 - 3 cups fresh spinach leaves Salt and pepper to taste 4 - 6 cups of water, depending on how thick you want the soup, if using dry beans you will need more water as dry beans will absorb the liquid