"16 BEAN" PASTA E FAGIOLI

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1-pound) bag Goya 16 Bean Soup Mix
2 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for serving
6 ounces pancetta, 1/4-inch-diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
1 cup dry red wine
4 to 6 cups good chicken stock, preferably homemade
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup miniature pasta, such as ditalini or tubettini
1/2 cup freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1 tablespoon good red wine vinegar
Julienned fresh basil leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • The day before you plan to make the soup, place the bean mix in a large bowl, add cold water to cover by 2 inches and refrigerate overnight. The next day, drain the beans, rinse under cold running water and drain again. Place the beans in a large pot with 8 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 1 hour. Stir occasionally and skim off any foam that rises to the top. The beans should be very tender and the skin will peel away when you blow on a bean.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium (10-inch) stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the pancetta and onion and saute over medium to medium-high heat for 12 to 18 minutes, until browned. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute for one minute. Add the tomatoes, wine, 4 cups of the chicken stock, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper and turn off the heat.
  • Drain the beans and add two-thirds of them to the soup. Pass the remaining beans through a food mill, discarding the skins. Stir the bean puree and the pasta into the soup, bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender. Add up to 2 more cups chicken stock if the soup is too thick. Stir in the Parmesan and the vinegar. Ladle the soup into large shallow bowls and add a swirl of olive oil, a sprinkle of Parmesan and some basil. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on the side.

Saim Khan
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Felix Annor
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper, or maybe some other spices.


Jawad Khaa
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I'm a big fan of pasta e fagioli and this recipe didn't disappoint! The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Moktar Khan
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of beans, pasta, and vegetables.


Young Bliss
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this recipe didn't turn out well. The beans were hard and the broth was watery. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Mst Prome
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Dirk Steenekamp
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta e fagioli, but this recipe was actually pretty good! The beans were tender and the broth was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Joshua Inlow
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This recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The beans were undercooked and the broth was bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Alex ssekanjako
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmad Farsi
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of beans, pasta, and vegetables.


Zewdeneh Demisse
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I'm a vegetarian and I was looking for a hearty and flavorful pasta dish. This recipe fit the bill perfectly! The beans were hearty and the broth was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Syed Ali Raza Naqvi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I made it for my family and they all loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Mwana Magik
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I'm not a fan of beans, but I loved this dish! The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jam Sattar Official
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The beans were tender and the broth was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tsegaye Bira
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of beans, pasta, and vegetables.


Vishal Vishal
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I had high hopes for this recipe, but it was unfortunately a disappointment. The beans were undercooked and the broth was watery. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Kaweesi Nicholas
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper, or maybe some other spices.


Shantal Talnis2
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta e fagioli, but this recipe changed my mind! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the broth was perfectly seasoned. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ahmad araji - أحمد عراجي
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This 16-bean pasta e fagioli was a hearty, flavorful, and delicious meal! The beans were cooked perfectly and the broth was rich and savory. I especially loved the addition of the pancetta, which gave the dish a nice smoky flavor.