Pasta fagioli (italian bean soup)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Carrot; chopped
1Onion; chopped
1Rib celery; chopped
4Strips bacon; chopped
1Clove garlic; chopped
1tablespoonOlive oil
1canTomatoes; chopped (28 oz.)
1canChicken broth; not condensed
cupWater
1canWhite beans; (19 oz.)
2tablespoonsParsley; chopped
½cupDitalini pasta; cooked

Directions

In a large pot, saute carrot, onion, celery, bacon and garlic lightly in olive oil. Add tomatoes, water and broth. Simmer for ½ hour. Add parsley, beans and pasta. Heat through.