Pasta e Fagiole

Ingredients

• Olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 cans chicken broth
• 1 large can tomatoes
• Chopped parsley, to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 can white kidney beans, drained
• 1 cup elbow macaroni, cooked
• Grated cheese, to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil for a few minutes.
2. Chop up or lightly process the tomatoes and place into a slow cooker along with the broth and sautéed onion and garlic.
3. Add the parsley and a little salt and pepper.
4. Cook for about 3 hours on LOW.
5. Add the cooked macaroni and beans.
6. Serve with grated cheese if desired.