Being Italian, home is synonymous with comfort foods. The remedy for any ailment or discouragement in my family was food. My grandmother also cooked without recipes, so it is hard to duplicate her cooking. Below is a “ballpark” estimate of a favorite comfort food.

Pasta e Faglioli aka "Pasta Fazool"

Lightly brown 1 small chopped onion in oil til transparent

Add 1 large can diced tomatoes

Add 2 cans undrained cannellini beans

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.

Cook1 lb ditalini macaroni according to package directions. Drain and add to beans. Season with salt.  Add water if the soup is too dry. Heat through and serve.