Easy Pasta E Fagioli 3 Ww Points Recipes

EASY PASTA E FAGIOLI (3 WW POINTS)

Steps:

• Sautee onion and carrots in olive oil, just until they begin to soften. Add tomatos and beans (do NOT drain). Add chicken broth, zucchini, basil, and pepper flakes; heat to boiling. Add pasta, cook 12 minutes or until pasta is cooked al dente.
• Top with parsley, and parmesan cheese if desired. Salt to taste.

WW PASTA E FAGOLI

Steps:

• 1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.
• 2. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
• 3. Stir in the chili powder; cook 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened and the liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
• 4. Stir in the broth and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, until the pasta is tender and the soup thickens slightly, about 8 minutes.
• 5. Add the beans and tomato sauce and heat though. Remove from the heat, then sprinkle with the cheese and pepper. Yields generous 1 cup per serving.
• 6. Points Plus: 6pts per one cup serving

WEIGHT WATCHER'S PASTA E FAGIOLI

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan.
• Simmer for 10 minutes, if using cooked pasta, or until dry pasta is fully cooked.
• Add enough water during cooking to just cover the pasta.