Cooking Directions:
1. In 5 quart saucepan, heat oil and sauté ham, onion and garlic until onion is tender, but not brown.
2. Stir in water, tomato sauce, beans, parsley, and pepper; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes to blend flavors.
3. Return soup to a boil. Add ditalini and boil, stirring occasionally, cook 10 minutes or until ditalini is tender.