-2 carrots, peeled and chopped
-1 small onion, chopped
-1 clove garlic, minced
-1 (26-ounce) jar marinara sauce
-2 (14-ounce) cans chicken broth
-1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
-1/2 cup pastina pasta
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper