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Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Hearty Pasta e Fagioli Soup for Cozy Nights In

Pasta e Fagioli Soup is the perfect comforting dish for chilly evenings, rich in flavor and easily customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or neutral oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans drained
  • 4 cups Broth vegetable or chicken
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs rosemary or thyme
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Pasta e.g., ditalini or elbow macaroni
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Stir in 1 can of drained cannellini beans and 4 cups of broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Add chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir well and adjust seasoning.
  4. Cook pasta separately according to package instructions until al dente, around 7-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. Combine the cooked pasta with the soup just before serving. Heat through for 1 more minute and serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months without pasta. Reheat over low heat and add fresh pasta before serving.

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