Description
Discover the comforting flavors of Pasta Fagioli, a beloved Italian-American soup that combines small ditalini pasta with savory ground Italian sausage, hearty mixed beans, and tender vegetables, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for chilly evenings or any time you crave a warm, filling meal. With its delightful blend of textures and tastes, Pasta Fagioli is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with crusty baguette slices for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- 1 baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the pot. Remove the cooked sausage and set it aside, leaving 1 tablespoon of fat in the pot.
- Add the chopped yellow onion, chopped celery, and chopped carrots to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, cannellini beans, kidney beans, chicken broth, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the ditalini pasta. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. If the soup becomes too thick, add a little more chicken broth to reach the desired consistency.
- Ladle the hot Pasta Fagioli into individual serving bowls. Garnish each bowl with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with slices of baguette.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg