Escarole And Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
4 c. chicken broth
1 lb. escarole, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 c. uncooked small shell macaroni
1 (16 oz.) can pink beans, drained
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf Italian bread

Preparation

In 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic.
Saute 6 to 8 minutes, until tender.
Add broth; bring to boil.
Add escarole and macaroni.
Reduce heat; simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until escarole is wilted and macaroni is tender.
Add beans, red pepper flakes and pepper; heat through.
Serve with Parmesan cheese and Italian bread.
Makes 4 servings.