Description
Pasta e Fagiole is a traditional Italian bean soup that embodies comfort and warmth in every bowl. Featuring a delightful combination of small pasta and fiber-rich cannellini beans, this dish is simmered in a rich broth made flavorful with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s not only nourishing but also incredibly satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this hearty soup that brings the essence of Italy right to your kitchen. Serve it hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan for an authentic touch that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- Good Quality Olive Oil
- 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper
- Dash Of Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 Large Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 1 Large Carrot, Finely Chopped
- 2 Celery Stalks, Finely Chopped
- 1 Small Onion, Finely Chopped
- 1/3 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
- 1 (28 Ounce) Can Chopped Tomatoes – I Use Mutti Brand
- 1 Quart Chicken Broth
- 2 Cups Water
- 2 (14 Ounce) Tins Cannellini Beans (or Equivalent, Prepared From Dried)
- 2 Cups Small Pasta (Tubettini or Ditalini)
- 1/3 Cup Finely Chopped Pancetta or Turkey Bacon
Instructions
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and pancetta (if using) and cook until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, cannellini beans, chopped tomatoes, and water. Stir well and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- For creaminess, remove some beans to puree before returning them to the pot.
- Add small pasta along with parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly.
- Cook until pasta is al dente according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
- Serve hot with drizzled olive oil and shaved cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 5mg