Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  6             slices  bacon -- chopped
  2                     onions -- hopped
  2             stalks  celery -- chopped
  4             cloves  garlic -- minced
     1/2      teaspoon  hot pepper flakes
     1/2      teaspoon  dried basil
     1/2      teaspoon  oregano
     1/4      teaspoon  marjoram
     1/4      teaspoon  rosemary
     1/4      teaspoon  thyme
  5               cups  chicken stock
  28            ounces  canned diced tomatoes
  1                cup  macaroni
  1                can  artichoke hearts -- drained & halved
     1/4           cup  fresh parsley -- chopped
     1/2           cup  parmesan cheese -- grated

Preparation:

1. In a large heavy pot cook bacon, onions, celery, garlic, hot pepper flakes, and all seasoings over medium-high heat 3-5 minutes or until onions are softened. 2. Stir in chicken stock and tomatoes with their juice. Bring to boil over high heat. Add macaroni, reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in artichokes; heat through 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. 3. Serve garnished with parsley and parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information:

178 Calories (kcal); 6g Total Fat; (30% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 20g Carbohydrate; 11mg Cholesterol; 2044mg Sodium