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Pasta Fagioli

Pasta Fagioli Recipe

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Pasta Fagioli is a beloved Italian dish that combines the richness of beans and pasta in a comforting soup. This recipe is perfect for both quick weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Bursting with flavor from aromatic herbs, fresh vegetables, and hearty pasta, it’s a wholesome meal that warms the soul. Easy to prepare using simple kitchen tools, this vegetarian delight can be made in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families seeking nutritious options. Serve it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an elevated experience. Enjoy a bowl of Pasta Fagioli that rivals your favorite Italian restaurant!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup quartered carrots
  • 2 15 oz cans cooked cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and quartered carrots; cook for another 2 minutes.
  2. Stir in rinsed cannellini beans and tomato sauce, then pour in vegetable broth and water. Add bay leaf and seasonings (basil, parsley, oregano, black pepper, red pepper flakes).
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Add dry ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 10 minutes). Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

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