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 Italian Style Bean Ragout 
 
1 Tbsp olive oil 
1 onion, chopped 
1 clove garlic, minced 
1 tsp Italian seasoning herbs 
2 Tbsp flour 
3 cups vegetable or chicken broth 
2 cans(15 ounces each) white beans, drained 
1 can (14.5 ounces) Italian style diced tomatoes, undrained 
1 small zucchini, shredded 
1 jar(6.5 ounces) quartered marinated artichoke hearts, drained 
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley 
1/2 tsp ground black pepper 
garnish- grated parmesan cheese 
 
Heat the oil in a 4 quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion,  
garlic and herbs. Cook 2 minutes, then add the flour and cook,  
stirring 1 minute more, Stir in the broth, beans, tomatoes, zucchini  
and artichokes. Simmer 5 minutes then add the parsley and pepper.  
Top each serving with cheese. Serves 4. 
  
        
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