Pasta Fagioli
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion
minced
- 2 tablespoons garlic)
minced (approx 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup carrots
minced
- 30 oz cooked cannellini beans)
low or no sodium (rinsed/drained if using canned
- 15 oz canned tomato sauce
low or no sodium
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- optional- omit if you don't like spice or add to taste at end1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cups vegetable stock
low or no sodium
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup ditalini pasta)
gluten free if necessary (about 5 oz
Directions
- 1
In a large pot on the stove, heat olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic and carrots in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent and softened.
- 2
Important: This recipe is best when made on the stovetop. The pasta can easily get overcooked in the instant pot.
- 3
Important: This recipe is best when made on the stovetop. The pasta can easily get overcooked in the crockpot.
Pasta Fagioli
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting bowl of Pasta Fagioli that's not only hearty and satisfying but also better than your favorite restaurant version? This recipe brings the authentic, rich flavors of Italian-American classic soup right to your kitchen, designed for ease and health.
What makes this Pasta Fagioli special is its inherently wholesome and vegetarian nature, packed with nourishing cannellini beans and fresh vegetables. Plus, the recipe's versatility allows you to prepare it easily on the stove, in a crockpot, or even an Instant Pot, making it perfect for any busy schedule. It truly offers a depth of flavor that feels both gourmet and home-cooked.
Expect a deeply savory and aromatic soup, brimming with tender cannellini beans and small ditalini pasta. Each spoonful delivers the sweet earthiness of minced onions, carrots, and garlic, harmoniously blended with a rich tomato base. Classic Italian herbs like basil, parsley, and oregano infuse the broth, creating a fragrant and warming experience. For those who enjoy a little kick, a whisper of red pepper flakes adds a delightful warmth, making every bite a comforting embrace.
This adaptable Pasta Fagioli recipe is incredibly forgiving. While ditalini pasta is traditional, you can easily use other small pasta shapes, opting for a gluten-free variety if needed. If cannellini beans aren't available, other white beans can be used in their place. Feel free to adjust the red pepper flakes to your desired level of spice, or omit them entirely for a milder soup.
Serve this robust soup as a cozy main course for a weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. It pairs wonderfully with a slice of crusty bread for dipping, making it a complete and fulfilling meal.