Shells With White Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 dash salt
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb medium pasta shell
shredded cheese (optional)

Preparation

Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and celery to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Stir in tomatoes and beans, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes and dash of salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered for 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook pasta following package directions. Drain, and return to pot. Add tomato and bean mixture. Top with cheese, if desired.