Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Pasta Vazule (or Pasta Fagoli)

So we say it the first way but it's really spelled the second way. This is a very cheap and tasty soup that will last several days. I'm going to estimate amounts because I don't really use a recipe.

2 T olive oil
3 cloves garlic crushed (or 2 large ones)
salt (at least one teaspoon) and pepper
1 teaspoon each oregano and basil
1 to 2 cups tomato sauce (depending how "red" you want it)
1 15-ounce can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
12 cups water or 4 cups chicken broth and 8 cups water
1 pound pasta, preferably elbows and whole wheat

Heat oil in large stock pot. Saute garlic on low and add spices. Then add  the tomato sauce. Let simmer for a few minutes, then add beans. Simmer a few minutes more, then add broth/water. Bring to a boil. Boil pasta until al dente. Serve with grated parmesan cheese. Good left over!

I've always wanted to add some veges to this, like leaf spinach, to make it a little healthier. I'll let you know if it works next time I make it.

No comments:

Post a Comment