Best 2 Cranberry Bean Pasta Fagioli Recipes

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CRANBERRY BEAN PASTA FAGIOLI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h25m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
5 cloves garlic, smashed
1 small onion, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 2-ounce piece pancetta (optional)
5 canned whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
Kosher salt
3 pounds fresh cranberry beans in pods, shelled (or 1 cup dried cranberry beans, soaked overnight)
2 bay leaves
1 piece parmesan cheese rind, plus 1/2 cup grated parmesan, and more for topping
2 cups small pasta, such as shells or ditalini
1 bunch kale, stems and ribs discarded, leaves chopped
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, rosemary and pancetta, if using, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook 2 more minutes; season with salt. Add the beans, 3 quarts water, the bay leaves and parmesan rind. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beans are tender, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Uncover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Add the kale and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 6 more minutes. (The soup should be thick and creamy; thin with water, if necessary.)
  • Remove the bay leaves, parmesan rind and pancetta, if used. Add the grated parmesan, parsley, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Top with more olive oil and parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calorie, Fat 26.5 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 728 milligrams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CRANBERRY BEAN PASTA FAGIOLI



CRANBERRY BEAN PASTA FAGIOLI image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pasta

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
5 cloves garlic, smashed
1 small onion, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 2-ounce piece pancetta (optional)
5 canned whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
Kosher salt
3 pounds fresh cranberry beans in pods, shelled (or 1 cup dried cranberry beans, soaked overnight)
2 bay leaves
1 piece parmesan cheese rind, plus 1/2 cup grated parmesan, and more for topping
2 cups small pasta, such as shells or ditalini
1 bunch kale, stems and ribs discarded, leaves chopped
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, rosemary and pancetta, if using, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook 2 more minutes; season with salt. Add the beans, 3 quarts water, the bay leaves and parmesan rind. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beans are tender, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Uncover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Add the kale and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 6 more minutes. (The soup should be thick and creamy; thin with water, if necessary.) Remove the bay leaves, parmesan rind and pancetta, if used. Add the grated parmesan, parsley, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Top with more olive oil and parmesan

Tips:

- To save time, use canned or frozen beans instead of dried beans. - If you don't have any ham hocks, you can use leftover ham, bacon, or sausage. - For a vegetarian version of this soup, omit the ham hocks and add an extra cup of beans. - To add some extra flavor, try roasting the vegetables before adding them to the soup. - Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Cranberry bean pasta fagioli is a hearty and delicious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of beans, vegetables, and pasta, this soup is a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

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