Twig's Pasta Fagioli (Pasta Fazool)

Ingredients

• 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes

• 6 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup uncooked ditalini (or other small pasta)

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• fresh grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large stock pot.

2. 2

   Saute carrots, celery, garlic, and onion for 5 minutes or until tender.

3. 3

   Add diced tomatoes and chicken stock.

4. 4

   Add beans, macaroni and remaining spices.

5. 5

   Simmer for 60 minutes.

6. 6

   When serving, top with fresh grated parmesan cheese.