Served as starter. Vegetarian dish.

Italian

2 teaspoon Olive Oil

1/2 cup chopped Onion

2 Garlic Cloves, minced

1/2 cup drained canned Italian Tomatoes, chopped

8 oz drained canned Chick-Peas, reserve 1/2 c liquid

1/2 cup cooked Macaroni (Shells, Elbows, Ditalini)

1 1/2 teaspoon shredded fresh Basil (1/2 teaspoon dried)

1 dash each Salt and Pepper

In 1-quart saucepan heat oil over medium heat; add onion and garlic and saute until onion is translucent. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes. Add chick-peas with reserved liquid and remaining ingredients; cook until heated. Serve garnished with basil sprigs.

Serves: 2

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