Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup Soup

1. In a large saucepan or dutch oven, heat the olive oil and add in the celery and onions
2. Cook until onions are translucent
3. Add in the seasonings and cook for 5 minutes
4. Add the tomato sauce, the chicken broth and tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes
5. Add pasta and cook for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente
6. Add the can of beans with juice, stir to combine and heat through
7. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving
8. Can be served with bread sticks or a crusty slice of bread.
9. Pasta can also be cooked separately and placed in the bowl prior to the soup, this will prevent soggy mushy pasta in the leftovers.
10. Serve with a sandwich, roasted vegetables or any type of salad.

Enjoy!