ATK Pasta e Fagioli for Two

By GratefulSea

Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.

Ingredients

• 2 slices bacon , chopped fine
• 1 small onion , chopped fine
• 1 celery rib , minced
• Salt and pepper
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 3/4 cup canned cannellini beans , rinsed
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2/3 cup small pasta , such as ditalini, tubettini, or mini elbows

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook bacon in medium saucepan over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion, celery, and pinch salt and cook until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, and pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

2. Stir in tomatoes and their juice, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in beans, bring to simmer, and cook until mixture has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and bring to boil. Stir in pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.