Pasta e Fagioli al Forno
"Serve with Lemon-Pepper Salad...."
INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients
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Salt
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1 pound penne rigate or whole wheat penne
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1/4 pound pancetta (3-4 slices) thick-cut like bacon
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
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2 ribs celery from the heart with leafy tops, chopped
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1 carrot, peeled and grated
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1 onion, peeled and chopped
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2-3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
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3-4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
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1 fresh bay leaf
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 can small white beans "Roman" beans (15 ounces), such as Goya brand, or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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Nutmeg, to taste
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1 1/2 cups grated Romano cheese, divided
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Serves 6
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