Pasta E Fagioli Con Salsicce (Pasta And Beans With Sausage)

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   In medium bowl, combine beans and cold water to cover by 2 inches. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.

2. 2

   Drain beans. In medium saucepan over moderately high heat, combine beans, cold water to cover by 1 inch, 1 tablespoon salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until tender, about 90 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   In large pot over moderately high heat, bring 6 cups

4. 4

   to boil.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in medium saucepan over moderate heat, heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add sausage and saute, breaking up with wooden spoon, until brown, about 6 minutes. Add onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, rosemary, beans, stock, pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to moderately low and simmer, uncovered, until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.

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   Cook pasta in boiling water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain well, stir into soup, and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.