Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound turkey Italian sausage links, casings removed
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3/4 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 fennel bulb, chopped
  • 1/3 cup chopped celery
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup uncooked small pasta shells
  • 1 can (15 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Method

  • In a Dutch oven, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add the carrots, fennel and celery; cook until vegetables are softened.
  • Stir in the broth to loosen any browned bits from pan. Add tomatoes, basil, oregano and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in pasta and beans. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.