Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lbmild or spicy ground turkey or chicken sausage
casings removed
- 1 largeyellow onion
finely diced
- 3 mediumcarrots
finely diced
- 2 mediumcelery ribs
finely diced
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- 5 clow sodium chicken broth
- 14.5 ozcanned cannelloni beans
rinsed and drained
- 14.5 ozcanned red kidney beans rinsed and drained
- 15 ozcanned diced tomatoes
with their juices
- 16 oztomato sauce
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspground black pepper
- 2bay leaves
- 1 tbspfresh rosemary
minced
- 1 tbspfresh thyme
- 4 ozdried pasta
such as elbow macaroni or ditalini
- 3 tbspfresh italian parsley
chopped
- ⅓ cfreshly grated parmigiano-reggiano
plus more for serving
- crushed red pepper
optional
Directions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
- 2
Add the onion, carrot, celery, thyme, rosemary, and parsley then cook, stirring frequently for about 6 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- 4
Add the broth, beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5
Next, stir in the pasta. Simmer for 9-10 minutes until pasta is al dente. (Tender but still firm to the bite... this cook time will vary depending on the pasta you use.)
- 6
The soup will thicken a bit by the time the pasta is cooked. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
- 7
Remove the soup from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese. If the soup seems too thick, gradually add water or more chicken stock and thin to desired consistency (note: the longer it sits on the stove, the thicker it will get). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle with more cheese, if desired, and finish with crushed red pepper if you'd like to add more kick!
Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of comforting, deeply flavorful Italian soup? Our Pasta Fagioli Soup is a hearty and filling meal, packed with delicious Italian flavors perfect for any evening. It's an ideal choice when you need a satisfying dish that truly warms you from the inside out.
This recipe delivers incredible depth thanks to the savory combination of mild or spicy ground turkey or chicken sausage, a rich tomato base, and two types of beans. Fresh aromatics like finely diced onion, carrots, and celery build a robust foundation, while fresh rosemary and thyme infuse every spoonful with an authentic herbaceous aroma that elevates this classic. The careful balance of ingredients ensures a deeply satisfying flavor profile.
Prepare for a wonderfully satisfying experience with this Pasta Fagioli. You'll enjoy a robust, savory broth with a pleasant acidity from diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, balanced by the creamy texture of cannellini and red kidney beans. The tender elbow macaroni or ditalini pasta makes it truly filling, mingling with the flavorful ground sausage. Each spoonful offers a comforting blend of textures and the warm, inviting taste of classic Italian home cooking, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
Feel free to adjust the protein by using mild ground turkey or chicken sausage if you prefer a less spicy kick, or opt for spicy sausage to add a pleasant warmth. While elbow macaroni or ditalini are recommended, any small pasta shape will work beautifully. For an extra layer of flavor, a pinch of crushed red pepper can be stirred in at the end for those who enjoy a little heat.
This Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly evening. Serve generous bowls garnished with extra freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and a sprinkle of fresh Italian parsley for a vibrant finish.