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                            Pasta with Beans

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Beans & Rice                     Pasta

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  2      cl            Garlic -- minced
  1                    Onion -- chopped
  1      md            Carrot -- finely chopped
  2      tb            Parsley -- chopped
  2      ts            Dried basil
  1      ts            Dried oregano
  4      tb            Olive oil
 15      oz            Can tomatoes -- reserve liquid,
                       - drain, & chop -OR-
  2                    Fresh tomatoes -- up to 3,
                       - chopped
    1/4  c             Broth or liquid from tomatoes
  2      c             Cannellini beans (1 can) --
                       - rinsed & drained
  8      oz            Elbow macaroni -- cooked,
                       - drained
  2      tb            Margarine
    1/4  c             Parmesan cheese
                       Salt & pepper -- to taste

In a large skillet, saute garlic, onion, carrot, parsley, basil, and
oregano in olive oil until onions are tender. Add tomatoes, broth,
salt & pepper. Cover and, stirring frequently, simmer 10 minutes or
until veggies are tender. Add beans and cover and simmer about
20 minutes to blend seasonings.

Cook macaroni, drain, and toss with butter and Parmesan cheese. Add
to vegetable mixture.

Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.


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