*  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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