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Smoky Pasta and Bean Soup
Description

smoky_pasta_and_bean_soup_recipe

Warm up with this hearty soup. Serve with warmed bread sticks and a salad.
Ingredients
At a glance
Type of Recipe
Lunch Recipes
Dinner Recipes
Main Ingredient
Bacon
Serves
8
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 rib celery, finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, crushed
  • 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 cups canned white beans, drained
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup macaroni, OR other small paste shape
  • Fresh Parmesan cheese, grated, optional
Methods/steps
In a large deep skillet, saute bacon until some fat is rendered; add onion, celery, carrot, garlic and red pepper to skillet and saute until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, cook and stir occasionally for 10 more minutes. Stir in beans; add broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add macaroni (or other small pasta) and continue cooking until pasta is tender, but still firm, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately with Parmesan cheese if desired; or cover, refrigerate and reheat gently to serving temperature.