Description
Experience the heartwarming comfort of our Perfect Pasta e Fagioli recipe, a delightful Italian bean and pasta soup that brings together wholesome ingredients in every bite. This dish is not only quick to prepare, with just 10 minutes of prep time, but it’s also versatile enough to adapt to your preferences. Packed with nutritious beans, tender vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this hearty meal is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy gatherings. Additionally, it freezes beautifully—ideal for busy days when you crave something comforting yet easy to heat up. Each serving delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures that will warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Ditalini Pasta
- 1 lb. Red Kidney Beans, soaked overnight (or use 1 15 oz. can)
- 1 lb. Cannellini Beans, soaked overnight (or use 1 15 oz. can)
- 1 qt. Tomato Juice
- 1 15 oz. can of Diced Tomatoes
- 8 c. Chicken Stock
- 3 Carrots, sliced
- 3 stalks of Celery, diced
- 1 Onion, diced
- 4–6 cloves of Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Pepper
- 1 tsp. Thyme
- 1 tsp. Basil
- 1 tsp. Oregano
Instructions
- Heat a heavy pot over medium/high heat.
- Add oil and cook kielbasa until browned on both sides (if using).
- Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add carrots and celery; cook until tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, basil, and oregano.
- Combine liquids: tomato juice, diced tomatoes, and chicken stock; bring to a boil.
- Add beans; simmer for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate ditalini pasta; cook for an additional 10–12 minutes until al dente.
- Adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg