Pasta And Beans

1. 1

   Wash beans and put in 6-quart pot, then bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Turn stove off and let beans stand; set.

3. 3

   Soak for 1 hour.

4. 4

   Then turn stove back on and add salt, pepper, oregano, tomatoes and oil. Put on slow, cooking until tender, about 3 to 4 hours.

5. 5

   Cover pot with a tight lid to keep the liquid from evaporating while you are cooking the beans.

6. 6

   About 1 hour before they are eaten, cook ditalini for about 5 minutes in separate pot.

7. 7

   Then drain macaroni and put it in the pot with beans, mixing well.

8. 8

   Turn stove off under beans.

9. 9

   The macaroni will finish cooking without heat from the stove when mixed with bean liquid.

10. 10

    Serve with cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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