Description
Hearty Pasta e Fagioli Soup is a nourishing Italian classic that warms both the body and soul. This comforting dish features a delightful combination of small pasta, hearty beans, fresh vegetables, and a savory vegetable broth, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s quick to prepare yet packed with protein and fiber, ensuring a satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, oregano, and thyme; bring to a boil.
- Stir in pasta and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use homemade vegetable broth. Consider using different types of beans like kidney or black beans. To prevent mushy pasta, cook it separately and add it to bowls just before serving.