Recipe for Pasta Fagioli Soup

 

Pasta Fagioli Soup

This pasta and bean soup is satisfying, filling, and nutritious. What more could someone ask for from a soup? Oh, taste! Believe me, the possible ingredient combinations offer endless flavor possibilities. You’ll be surprised at how simple this is to make, all in one pot. This allows you to spend more time with your family and less time cleaning.

What is Pasta Fagioli?

"Pasta e fagioli" means "pasta and beans" in English. It may not sound exciting, but this stew is really delicious! Delicious Italian spices and a flavorful broth made with tomatoes and chicken turn pasta and beans into a meal that is so tasty you'll want to have more than one serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 pieces of celery, cut into small pieces
• 1 onion, cut into small pieces
• 2 average-sized tomatoes, skin removed and cut into pieces
• 1 can of white beans, including the liquid
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons of dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs
• 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
• 8 ounces of tomato sauce
• 14 and a half ounces of chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup of uncooked pasta made with spinach

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or deep pan, warm the olive oil and add the celery and onions.
2. Cook until the onions are translucent.
3. Add the spices and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, and tomatoes to the pot and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
5. Add the pasta and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the pasta is firm to the bite.
6. Add the can of beans with its liquid, mix well, and heat through.
7. Top with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• Can be enjoyed with breadsticks or a crunchy piece of bread.
• You can also cook the pasta separately and add it to the bowl before pouring the soup to keep the pasta from getting too soft when saving some for later.
• Enjoy with a sandwich, cooked vegetables, or any salad.

Have fun!