1can Dark Red Kidney Beans15 oz., drained and rinsed
1can Great Northern Beans15 oz., drained and rinsed
1cupDry Ditallini Pasta
6cupsChicken Broth
½cupShredded Parmesan Cheese
3TbspFresh Parsleychopped
Instructions
Brown 1 pound ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat and drain any excess grease.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ diced onion, 2 diced medium carrots, 3 diced celery stalks, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Sauté over medium-high heat uncovered for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add 6 cups chicken broth, three 8-ounce cans tomato sauce, one 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, one 15-ounce can dark red kidney beans (drained and rinsed), one 15-ounce can Great Northern beans (drained and rinsed), 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon dried thyme.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
Stir in 1 cup dry ditalini pasta and cook uncovered for 9–12 minutes until the pasta reaches your desired tenderness.
Stir in 3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley.
Serve warm topped with ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese and enjoy.