Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of a classic Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup, a delightful dish that hails from the rustic kitchens of Tuscany. This heartwarming soup combines nutrient-rich beans, tender pasta, and a rich tomato broth, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings. With its quick preparation and easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll find this hearty soup not only delicious but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices. Gather around the table and enjoy spoonfuls of this nourishing delight that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken sausage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 medium carrots
- 2 medium celery ribs
- 4 cloves garlic
- 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1 can red kidney beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup dried pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground turkey or chicken sausage for about 5 minutes.
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, rosemary, thyme, and parsley; sauté for 6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, cannellini beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes with juices, tomato sauce, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add pasta to the pot and simmer for another 9–10 minutes until al dente.
- Discard bay leaves and stir in grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until melted.
- Adjust thickness with extra broth if needed; season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg