Description
Pasta fagioli is a comforting Italian soup that combines tender pasta with hearty beans and vibrant vegetables, creating a delightful experience in every bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. Gather your loved ones around the table to share in this heartwarming meal that promises to warm both the body and soul.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until soft (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add diced tomatoes with juices; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add beans. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in fresh basil and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg