Pasta Fagioli
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Soups
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  2        Tablespoons  Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  1                     Onion -- Finely Diced
  2             Strips  Bacon -- Finely Diced
  1              Clove  Garlic -- Minced
  16            Ounces  Chicken Stock
  16            Ounces  Italian Tomatoes, Canned In Juice -- Crushed
  15 1/2        Ounces  Great Northern Beans, Canned
  1                 Ci  Romano Cheese -- Freshly Grated
  1         Tablespoon  Fresh Parsley -- Chopped
     1/4      Teaspoon  Salt
     1/4      Teaspoon  Pepper
     1/4      Teaspoon  Dried Oregano
     1/4      Teaspoon  Crushed Red Pepper
     1/2           Cup  Ditalini
 

Preparation:

In 2 quart stockpot over low-medium heat, combine oil, onion, bacon and garlic. Saute until onion is translucent and bacon browns. Add chick stock and crushed tomatoes and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and add beens, cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano and red pepper. Simmer 3-4 minutes. In a large saucepan, boil pasta to al dente stage. Drain and add to soup.

 

Nutritional Information:

387 Calories (kcal); 17g Total Fat; (39% calories from fat); 21g Protein; 38g Carbohydrate; 32mg Cholesterol; 1524mg Sodium