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Minestra Di Fagioli - Pasta

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- Pasta e Fagioli

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, chopped
  • 4 cans white kidney beans, washed and drained
  • 1 bunch parsley, minced
  • 1 sprig rosemary, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 pinch oregano
  • 1 pinch red crushed pepper
  • 8 pancetta slices, chopped
  • 1 quart vegetable broth
  • 1 pound anellini pasta
In a large skillet warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil; add the onions and garlic and sauté until brown. Pour 1 can of beans into a food processor and process until a smooth consistency is obtained. Add to the onions, along with the parsley, rosemary, oregano, chili pepper, and pancetta, and cook for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large pot, pour the broth; add the tomato sauce and the 3 cans of beans. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring continuously. Add the pasta and the puréed beans mixture. Cook until al dente and serve hot. Serves 8



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