says this recipe is based on an old San Francisco dish called Force Meatballs, recorded in a 1907 cookbook titled Prepare crab meatballs and refrigerate. To cook the crabs, fill a 6 to 8 quart pot ...

In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomato; simmer for 5 minutes. Add the broth, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Add beans and macaroni; ...