Creamy Spinach, Artichoke and White Bean Soup

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

olive oil

yellow onion, diced

4 cloves

minced garlic

1 can

artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed and chopped

salt and pepper

1 tsp

Italian seasoning

2 cans

each) low-sodium chicken broth

2 cans

small white beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

4 cups

fresh baby spinach leaves

1/2 cup

half & half or heavy cream

the zest of 1 lemon, just the yellow not the white pith

1 tsp

fresh chopped parsley

Parmesan cheese, for serving