Description
Discover a delightful Pasta Fagioli Recipe that combines rich flavors with comforting textures, perfect for any occasion. This hearty Italian soup features nutritious ingredients like cannellini beans and fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy nights in. In just 35 minutes, you can create a meal that is not only satisfying but also versatile—enjoy it on its own, as a side dish, or customize it with your favorite herbs and veggies. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is bound to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 cup quartered carrots
- 2 15 oz cans cooked cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 dried bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and quartered carrots; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in rinsed cannellini beans, tomato sauce, bay leaf, basil, parsley, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until combined.
- Pour in vegetable broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- In the last few minutes, add dry ditalini pasta; cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Remove from heat, discard bay leaf, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to adjust spices based on your taste preferences. Cook the ditalini pasta separately if preparing ahead of time to maintain texture. Fresh herbs enhance the flavor significantly—consider adding basil or parsley just before serving.