Pasta Fagioli Soupitalian, pasta, soups 2 tablespoon oil 2 garlic cloves; minced 1 large onion; chopped 2 stalks celery; chopped 3 cup tomato juice 3 cup water 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz.) 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper 3 cup precooked beans 1 teaspoon salt (less if beans are salty) 1 cup sm. whole wheat shells or macaroni 1 cup fresh spinach; shredded 1 parmesan cheese; grated Using 5 quart pot, heat oil and saute garlic, onion, and celery for 5 minutes. Add tomato juice, water, tomato sauce, beans, bay leaves, oregano, basil, garlic salt, and pepper, adjusting seasonings to taste. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add pasta; cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add spinach and simmer 5 minutes. Serve with cheese at table. Makes 2 quarts. |
