*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                   PASTA E FAGIOLI (MACARONI AND BEANS)

Recipe By     : Net
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Legumes                          Low-Fat
                Pasta

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      large         onion
   2      cloves        garlic -- (or to taste)
   1      tablespoon    basil
   1      tablespoon    oregano
                        balsamic vinegar
   5      cups          water -- or more
   2      large         veggie bouillion cubes
   2      cups          navy beans, cooked -- or other beans
  15      oz            tomatoes, canned -- drained and diced
          handful       FRESH parsley -- chopped
   1 1/2  cups          pasta -- cooked

 Finely chop the onions and garlic. Saute them along with the basil and
 oregano in the vinegar until very soft. Meanwhile, in a large pot put
 the water, buollion, beans, tomatoes, and parsley and heat up. When the
 onions and garlic are done, add them to the rest of the soup. Let this
 simmer for about 30-45 minutes. Then add the macaroni and let this
 mixture simmer for another 10-15 minutes.

 Serve with a sprinkle of good quality grated parmesan on top if desired.

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