Description
Looking for a hearty and comforting meal that’s quick to prepare? This EASY Pasta Fagioli recipe (Pasta Fazool) is your answer! Bursting with savory turkey, nutrient-rich beans, and vibrant vegetables, this dish not only warms the soul but also satisfies your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it comes together in just 35 minutes. With its rich flavors and hearty texture, this Italian-inspired soup is bound to become a family favorite. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s both budget-friendly and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 grams turkey strips, chopped
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable for vegetarian)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz or 398 ml) or crushed
- 2 cans white kidney beans (19 oz or 540 ml), drained and rinsed
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 parmesan rind
- 1 cup ditalini or other small pasta (uncooked) about 130 grams
- 2 cups freshly chopped spinach or kale
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large dutch oven or soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped turkey strips and cook until lightly browned.
- Add carrots, celery, and onion; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, beans, bay leaf, and parmesan rind. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add uncooked pasta; cover again and cook until pasta is al dente.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg