How to Make Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup?

FIRST STEP:
In a large saucepan or dutch oven, heat the olive oil and add in the celery and onions

Cook until onions are translucent

SECOND STEP:
Add in the seasonings and cook for 5 minutes

Add the tomato sauce, the chicken broth and tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes

THIRD STEP:
Add pasta and cook for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente

Add the can of beans with juice, stir to combine and heat through

FOURTH STEP:
Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving

Can be served with bread sticks or a crusty slice of bread.

FIFTH STEP:
Pasta can also be cooked separately and placed in the bowl prior to the soup, this will prevent soggy mushy pasta in the leftovers.

Serve with a sandwich, roasted vegetables or any type of salad.

Enjoy!