Description
Warm and comforting, this Crock Pot Pasta Fagioli is the ultimate cozy meal for chilly days. This hearty Italian soup combines tender beans, rich vegetables, and savory turkey bacon, all slow-cooked to perfection in your trusty crock pot. With its simple preparation and robust flavors, this dish is not only ideal for busy weeknights but also an excellent option for meal prep or family gatherings. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices for a personal touch, and serve it hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad. Enjoy the warm embrace of this delicious soup that brings comfort to every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices turkey bacon
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 cup carrots
- ¾ cup celery
- 4 tsp garlic
- 2 (15 oz) cans crushed tomatoes
- 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 (16 oz) box ditalini pasta
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain and slice.
- In the slow cooker, combine sliced bacon, diced onion, sliced carrots, diced celery, garlic, crushed tomatoes, cannellini beans, chicken broth, salt, pepper, thyme, basil, parsley, and tomato paste. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in uncooked ditalini pasta.
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg