1 chopped garlic clove
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 celery stalk with leaves
1 small can tomato paste
1 lb. ditalini or small pasta
1 can (from paste) of water
1 can Northern beans
1 can (from beans) of water
salt & pepper

Brown garlic in olive oil. Chop celery (with leaves) into 2 or 3-inch pieces and add to garlic. Add tomato paste, beans and water. Season with salt & pepper. Let sauce simmer. Cook pasta and drain water, leaving enough water to cover pasta 1-2 inches over. When sauce is done, add to pasta and water.