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Step 1
First, you must soak your dry beans. Place your small red beans in a large bowl, and completely cover with water + 1-2 extra inches. Set aside overnight so they can rehydrate.
Step 2
The next day, your beans are ready to use! Dump the water out, and rinse the beans well.
Step 3
Add the beans to a large cooking pot, and mix in the diced celery, onion, tomato, and garlic.
Step 4
Cover all ingredients with water, and heat over medium until water starts to boil.
Step 5
Place the lid on the pot, lower heat to a simmer, and cook for 40-45 minutes, until beans are soft.
Step 6
At this point, add in the salt, pepper, and vegetable bouillon (mama says to add at this point to avoid having tough beans) to taste.
Step 7
Add in the pasta (+ any extra water if needed), and cook according to package directions. Add a little more salt if necessary!
Step 8
Divide the pasta e fagioli into 4 bowls, and top with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh parsley leaves, and an extra crack of black pepper. Enjoy!