Pasta and Bean Soup
This easy soup has a delicious Italian flavor.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tbs olive oil
- 1 can plum tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can beef broth + 1 can water (15 oz)
- 1 can white kidney beans, drained (15 oz)
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 cup baby pasta shells or macaroni, uncooked
- grated Parmesan cheese
- chopped parsley for garnish
In a heavy saucepan, saute' onion and garlic in heated oil for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, breaking them apart with wooden spoon, beef broth and water, kidney beans and basil. Bring to a boil.
Stir in pasta, simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally or until pasta is cooked. Serve immediately in bowls, top with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Enjoy!