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Pasta Fagioli Recipe

Pasta Fagioli Recipe

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Pasta Fagioli is a comforting and hearty Italian soup that brings warmth to any meal. This easy, vegetarian dish combines tender ditalini pasta with creamy cannellini beans and fresh vegetables, creating a rich and flavorful broth infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this delightful recipe can be made on the stovetop, in a slow cooker, or in an Instant Pot. Enjoy it as a main course or serve it alongside crusty bread for a satisfying and nutritious experience.

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 and minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add quartered carrots and cook until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in rinsed cannellini beans, tomato sauce, bay leaf, and dried herbs; mix well.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and water, bring to a boil.
  5. Add ditalini pasta; reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  6. Remove bay leaf before serving; ladle into bowls.

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