Description
Experience the heartwarming comfort of Cozy Pasta e Fagioli Soup, a delightful Italian classic that brings together tender pasta, creamy cannellini beans, and a medley of savory vegetables in a rich broth. This soup is perfect for chilly evenings when you need a nourishing meal that warms you from the inside out. With its quick preparation time and ability to provide delicious leftovers, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy as an appetizer or main course paired with fresh bread or a vibrant salad. Each spoonful offers a satisfying blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds delighted.
Ingredients
- Cannellini Beans (1 can, 15 oz)
- Small Pasta (3/4 cup, such as ditalini)
- Carrots (2 medium, finely chopped)
- Celery Stalks (2, finely chopped)
- Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Diced Tomatoes (1 can, 14.5 oz)
- Vegetable or Chicken Broth (4 cups)
- Fresh Rosemary (1 sprig)
- Fresh Parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions, carrots, and celery finely. Mince the garlic and rinse the cannellini beans if using canned.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice and add the broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add cannellini beans, rosemary sprig, and pasta to the pot. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until pasta is tender yet firm.
- Remove the rosemary sprig and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider stirring in fresh spinach or kale right before serving. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.