Mamma's pasta e fagioli

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
16ouncesCan of cannellini beans
8ouncesCan of tomato sauce
1cupWater
2Cloves of garlic, minced
2tablespoonsOlive oil
½poundsElbow or ditalini macaroni,
Cooked al dente
Fresh parsley, chopped
Grated cheese

Directions

Fry the garlic in oil gently until golden brown. Add the tomato sauce & water and cook for 10 minutes. Add the beans, stir gently. Drain and add the pasta to the bean mixture. Stir gently. If it gets too thick, add a little water. Add the parsley and serve immediately or the pasta will absorb all the liquid. Sprinkle with cheese and serve with Italian bread (from "Eat This" by Dom Deluise).