Ingredients
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2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
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6 cups chicken stock
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1 cup uncooked ditalini (or other small pasta)
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery ribs, diced
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon white pepper
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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fresh grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large stock pot.
- Saute carrots, celery, garlic, and onion for 5 minutes or until tender.
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken stock.
- Add beans and remaining spices.
- Simmer for 60 minutes.
- During the last 20 minutes of cooking, add the macaroni.
- When serving, top with fresh grated parmesan cheese.