Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 of a medium onion,finely chopped
  • 3 cloves chopped or pressed garlic
  • 1 t. oregano (dried)
  • 1 t. basil (dried)
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 4 cups tomato sauce
  • 10 cups water
  • 1 lb. white kidney beans, drained (1 large can)
  • 1 large can ceci beans, drained
  • 3/4 lb. dittalini pasta
  • 1 T. parsley flakes (or 3/4 cup chopped fresh)
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • parmesan cheese

Method

  • Heat olive oil and add chopped onion, garlic, oregano, basil, & bay leaves. Saute 10-15 minutes over low-medium heat. Add tomato sauce; heat through. Add 10 cups of water and cover partially. Cook over medium heat 20 minutes. Add beans with salt & pepper to taste. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add pasta and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in parsley. Thin with more water, if necessary. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese when serving.