Pasta E Fagioli (Kinda)

1. 1

   In large pot saute onions in 1Tblsp oil until soft.If you are using fresh garlic, add now and saute briefly with onions but do not let brown.

2. 2

   Add 2 cans of beans and 2 cans of WATER.

3. 3

   Add parsley.

4. 4

   Add salt and pepper to taste (if using garlic powder, add now).

5. 5

   Cook for about 20 minutes on medium until it starts to bubble.

6. 6

   Add tomato (sauce, diced or stewed) and a small amount (1 tsp) of oil.

7. 7

   Bring back to a boil & reduce to medium low, cook another 20-25 minutes.

8. 8

   Let stand about 10 minutes and it will be ready to serve.

9. 9

   In another pot, make pasta as directed on box.

10. 10

    Drain but do not mix with bean soup.

11. 11

    *If using meat in the recipe, saute it with the onions, then remove it before adding beans and water.

12. 12

    Reincorporate it after the 20-25 minute simmer, and the meat will heat through while the soup is standing for the 10 minutes.

13. 13

    To serve put a scoop or two of pasta in bowl and several scoops of bean soup.

14. 14

    If desired top with raw onion or grated Parmesan or Romano Cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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