Description
Pasta Fagioli Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings together the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine in a budget-friendly meal. This delicious soup combines tender pasta, hearty beans, and fresh vegetables, creating a nutritious option perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With its rich blend of spices and textures, this Italian-American classic offers versatility to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a main course or paired with crusty bread, Pasta Fagioli Soup is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook until browned; remove and set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth along with crushed tomatoes. Return cooked sausage (if using) and add rinsed beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta. Cook according to package directions, typically around 8–10 minutes, until al dente.
- Taste your soup before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg