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Abruzzo / Bean Pasta

Sagne e Fagioli

Rustic hand-cut pasta with beans, tomato, garlic, and chili.

80 minutes Easy Serves 6 sagne

Method

  1. Warm garlic, rosemary, and chili in olive oil.
  2. Add tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
  3. Add beans and enough water for a soupy sauce.
  4. Simmer until flavors blend.
  5. Cook pasta directly in the bean mixture or separately.
  6. Finish with oil and pecorino if desired.
Cook's note: Cook the pasta in the bean broth for a thicker, more rustic texture.

Why this dish belongs to Abruzzo

Abruzzo's mountain table often joins pasta and legumes into filling, economical dishes.

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