INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 small yellow onion, minced
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1 large celery stalk, diced
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1 small carrot, diced
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1 large garlic clove, minced
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1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage
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1/4 teaspoon salt + more to taste
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2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
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1/4 pound (about 1 cup) small pasta like shells, elbows, or ditalini
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1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained
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1 cup (8 ounces) tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
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1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
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Black pepper, for serving (optional)
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)