Description
The Ultimate Pasta e Fagioli Soup is a heartwarming Italian classic that brings together tender beans, small pasta, and aromatic herbs in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this comforting dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. With its vibrant colors and delightful textures, every spoonful transports you straight to Italy. Enjoy this easy-to-make soup that promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cannellini beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (diced)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until onion is translucent (5–7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for the last minute.
- Pour in broth and add rinsed cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add ditalini pasta, oregano, and basil; cook until pasta is al dente (8–10 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg