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pasta fagioli

Recipe by
Diana Trabanco

You can omit the pepperoni and use this as a Lenten dish.

yield 6 -8
prep time 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pasta fagioli

  • 3 oz
    pepperoni slices
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 can
    28oz crushed tomato
  • 1 can
    15 oz cannellini beans
  • 2 Tbsp
    italian seasoning
  • 2 oz
    red or white wine
  • 2 c
    ditalini pasta
  • 1 pinch
    grated cheese

How To Make pasta fagioli

  • 1
    On stovetop, In 6 qt. pot, add 1 tbsp oil and heat for 10 seconds. Add pepperoni and saute for a minute.
  • 2
    Drain off excess oil. To pot,add canned tomatoes, beans and red ( or white wine) and Italian seasoning. Stir.
  • 3
    Simmer on low heat for 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, adding water or more wine if consistency is too thick.
  • 4
    Boil Pasta until al dente.
  • 5
    To serve, use individual bowls, add a scoop of pasta, and cover with the sauce mixture. Add grated cheese, if desired.
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