Best 20 Pasta Fagioli Recipes

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Pasta fagioli is a classic Italian soup that is easy to make and packed with flavor. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is made with simple ingredients like pasta, beans, vegetables, and broth. It can be made with any type of pasta, but small, bite-sized pasta like ditalini or elbow macaroni are traditional. The beans are typically cannellini or great northern beans, but other types of beans can also be used. The vegetables can include carrots, celery, onions, and garlic. The broth can be either chicken or vegetable broth.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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This traditional favorite is ready in only 45 minutes with lots of homemade taste from fresh vegetables, pasta and white kidney beans.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth or Swanson® Certified Organic Chicken Broth or Swanson® Natural Goodness® Chicken Broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crushed
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
¾ cup short tube-shaped ditalini pasta, cooked and drained
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini), undrained

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook the celery, carrots, onion and garlic until they're tender.
  • Stir the broth, Italian seasoning and tomatoes in the skillet. Heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Add the pasta and beans and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Place half of the broth mixture into a blender or food processor. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour the pureed mixture into the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 883 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

PASTA FAGIOLI SOUP



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My husband enjoys my version of this dish so much that he doesn't order it at restaurants anymore. With fresh spinach, pasta and seasoned sausage, this fast-to-fix soup is a meal on its own. -Brenda Thomas, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed, crumbled
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh spinach leaves, cut as desired
5 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain, remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. , Add the water, beans, tomatoes, broth, macaroni and pepper; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until macaroni is tender, 8-10 minutes. , Reduce heat to low; stir in sausage and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY PASTA FAGIOLI



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Typical Italian hearty winter fare done easy! Serve in bowls with a grating of Romano or Parmesan cheese, crusty bread and salad.

Provided by Cindy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 thin slice onion, diced
½ teaspoon chopped garlic
4 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups ditalini pasta

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute carrot, celery and onion until soft. Add garlic and saute briefly. Stir in tomato sauce, chicken broth, pepper, parsley and basil; simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ditalini pasta and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Add beans to the sauce mixture and simmer for a few minutes. When pasta is done, stir into sauce and bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8 calories, Carbohydrate 60.7 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1881.5 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Make and share this Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nancy Van Ess

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 9 quarts, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 teaspoons oil
2 lbs ground beef
14 ounces carrots, slivered
12 ounces onions, chopped
14 ounces celery, diced
48 ounces diced canned tomatoes
2 cups red kidney beans
2 cups white kidney beans
88 ounces beef stock
3 teaspoons oregano
2 1/2 teaspoons pepper
5 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
48 ounces spaghetti sauce
8 ounces dry pasta shell macaroni

Steps:

  • Sauté beef in oil in large 10 quart pot until beef starts to brown.
  • Add onions, carrots, celery and tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minute.
  • Drain and rinse beans and add to pot. Also add beef stock, oregano, pepper, Tabasco, spaghetti sauce and noodles .
  • Simmer until celery and carrots are tender, about 45 minute.
  • NOTES : Makes 9 quarts! Just cut the recipe down for smaller batches.

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI SOUP IN A CROCK POT (COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup in a Crock Pot (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ravensmith

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 7h15m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs ground beef
1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained
3 (10 ounce) cans beef stock
3 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons pepper
5 teaspoons parsley
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 (20 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
8 ounces pasta

Steps:

  • Brown beef in a skillet.
  • Drain fat from beef and add to crock pot with everything except pasta.
  • Cook on low 7-8 hours or high 4-5 hours.
  • During last 30 min on high or 1 hour on low, add pasta.

PASTA E FAGIOLI (ITALIAN SOUP) WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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A delicious version of this popular Italian soup. Adding the sausage (regular or turkey) makes it a satisfying meal if served with a nice warm baguette.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     European

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled & chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 lb sweet Italian sausage links or 1 lb hot Italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled (can use turkey sausage)
2 teaspoons dry oregano
1 tablespoon dry basil
1 -2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
1 1/2 cups canned chopped tomatoes with juice
3 -4 cups vegetable stock or 3 -4 cups chicken stock
1 can progresso cannellini beans
1 cup ditalini or 1 cup small shell pasta
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium high heat.
  • Cook onion in oil 2 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, celery and carrots and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add and brown crumbled sausage.
  • Add basil, oregano and red pepper.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Stir in tomatoes and stock.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
  • If necessary, add an additional cup of stock or water and stir in beans and tiny pasta.
  • Simmer for 6- 8 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in parsley and serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese.

PASTA FAZOOL (PASTA E FAGIOLI)



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This classic Italian-American comfort food works with any kind of sausage, but I like the fennel and anise flavors of sweet Italian sausage with the beans--it's a hearty soup that's fast and easy to put together.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces sweet bulk Italian sausage
1 stalk celery, diced
½ yellow onion, chopped
¾ cup dry elbow macaroni
¼ cup tomato paste
3 cups chicken broth, or more as needed, divided
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups chopped Swiss chard
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini (white kidney) beans, drained
¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus additional for serving, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown sausage while breaking it into small pieces, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced celery and chopped onion. Cook until onions are translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add dry pasta. Cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste until evenly distributed, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 3 cups broth. Raise heat to high and bring to a simmer. Add salt, black pepper, pepper flakes, and oregano. When soup comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium and let it simmer about 5 minutes, stirring often. Check soup consistency and add more broth, if needed.
  • Place chopped chard in a bowl. Cover with cold water and rinse the leaves; any grit will fall to the bottom of the bowl. Transfer chard to colander to drain briefly; add to soup. Cook and stir until leaves wilt, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in white beans; continue cooking and stirring until pasta is perfectly cooked, another 4 or 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in grated cheese. Serve topped with grated cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 887.6 calories, Carbohydrate 77.3 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 43.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 4199.5 mg, Sugar 10 g

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Dash of red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups chopped whole tomatoes, with juices
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock, or vegetable stock
1 can northern white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup tiny pasta shells (ditalini)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Freshly grated Parmesan and black pepper for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Stir in onion and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, celery, and carrots and cook for 3 minutes. Add dried basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes and toss to coat. Stir in tomatoes and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. If necessary add an additional cup of stock or water and stir in beans and tiny pasta. Simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in parsley and serve hot with grated Parmesan and ground black pepper.

PASTA FAGIOLI



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My older relatives brought this recipe from Italy and made it often as I was growing up . It is truly a comfort food and a balanced meal, besides. -Barb Swatz Davisburg, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
1/2 cup canned cannellini beans
1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes
1/2 cup torn fresh spinach
1/4 teaspoon salt
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter and oil. Add broth; bring to a boil. Add pasta; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Add the beans, tomatoes, spinach and salt. Cook 5 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

SLOW-COOKER PASTA E FAGIOLI



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This chunky soup is good to the last spoonful. It's my go-to recipe because it's so hearty and we all always want more. -Penny Novy, Buffalo Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) canneloni beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium carrots, chopped
1-1/2 cups finely chopped cabbage
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ditalini or other small pasta
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. , Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, beans, carrots, cabbage, celery, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low until vegetables are tender, 7-8 hours. , Stir in pasta. Cover and cook on high until pasta is tender, about 30 minutes longer. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SLOW COOKER PASTA FAGIOLI SOUP



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This Italian pasta fagioli soup is fairly healthy and tasty, and easy to make in a slow cooker.

Provided by Stephen Williams

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds ground beef
1 (32 ounce) carton beef stock
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained
4 cups beef broth
½ cup chopped onion
2 medium carrots, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
5 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
1 cup ditalini pasta

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Transfer beef into a slow cooker.
  • Add beef stock, diced tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, red and white kidney beans, beef broth, onion, carrots, celery, parsley, oregano, pepper, salt, and hot sauce to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours, adding pasta in during the last 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1072 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

"16 BEAN" PASTA E FAGIOLI



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.

PASTA E FAGIOLI I



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Rich and savory, a wonderful soup, it can be a meal in itself, serve with garlic toast, its great!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ pound seashell pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Add undrained tomatoes, undrained cannellini beans, chicken broth, parsley, basil and pepper to Dutch oven and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Let boil for approximately 1 minute and then let simmer for 10 minutes, covered.
  • Add pasta to Dutch oven and simmer approximately 10 to 12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 272.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

PASTA AND BEANS (PASTA E FAGIOLI)



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Make and share this Pasta and Beans (Pasta E Fagioli) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Beans

Time 2h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dried cannellini beans
6 quarts water
3 large idaho potatoes, peeled (about 1 3/4 lb.)
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
12 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips (about 1 cup)
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 medium carrots, peeled and coarsely shredded (about 1 cup)
2 cups canned Italian plum tomatoes, crushed, with their liquid (preferably San Marzano)
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 lb ditalini (or 3 cups elbow pasta)
freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Cold soak or quick soak the beans: Cold soak-dump beans into a 2-3 quart container; pour in enough water to cover by at least 4 inches; let soak in a cool place at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours; drain thoroughly. Quick soak-place beans in a large saucepan, covering them generously with cold water; bring to a boil; boil 1 minute before removing from heat; let stand uncovered 1 hour; then drain.
  • Pour 6 quarts water into a tall, large (at least 10 quart) pot.
  • Add the drained beans, potatoes, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  • Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then adjust the heat to a gentle boil; let boil while preparing the sauteed vegetables, about 25 minutes.
  • Process the bacon and garlic to a paste in the food processor, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides of the work bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Scrape in the bacon-garlic paste and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the onion and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the carrots and cook until the onion begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Pour two ladlefuls of the bean cooking water into the skillet and bring to a boil, then pour the contents of the skillet into the soup pot.
  • Season lightly with salt and pepper and bring to a slow boil.
  • Cook until the beans are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour after adding the vegetables from the skillet.
  • Ladle about 1/3 of the beans along with enough cooking liquid to cover them, into a baking dish or other shallow container where they will cool quickly.
  • Cool the beans until they are no longer steaming; process the beans and liquid in a food processor or blender until creamy; return the pureed beans to the pot.
  • Fish out the potatoes onto a plate; mash them coarsely with a fork and return them to the pot.
  • Cook 10 minutes to give the flavors a chance to blend.
  • Let the soup rest off the heat, covered, 10-15 minutes.
  • While the soup is resting, cook the ditalini in salted water until very al dente (cook all the pasta if serving the full recipe of soup, or a proportionate amount if you are setting some of the soup aside for later).
  • Drain thoroughly and stir into the soup; let all rest 5 minutes, then serve in warm soup bowls, with a drizzle of oil and a sprinkle of Parmigiano-Reggiano.

PASTA E FAGIOLI A LA CHEZ IVANO



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I have been preparing this magnificent pasta and bean soup, unchanged for over 30 years, and confess that of the very many Pasta e Fagioli I have tasted none even came close to a reasonable comparison to this superb dish Italiano. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Makes many servings and is excellent the next day. Should the soup become too thick it may be thinned with broth. Have many Chicago hard rolls, red wine, baguettes or garlic bread on hand. BUON APPETITO!

Provided by Ivan O. Teeter

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds lean ground beef
½ cup olive oil
4 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
2 (4.5 ounce) jars bottled minced garlic
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
8 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
2 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 cups ditalini pasta
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same pot, heat the olive oil. Cook onion, celery, garlic and black pepper until vegetables are tender, 10 minutes. Stir in beef broth, crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with thyme, basil, oregano and parsley. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 1 hour. (At this point, you may put the pot on a back burner to keep warm and continue with the next steps about 1 hour prior to serving, if you wish.)
  • Stir in the beef and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the beans and heat through, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 782.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

PASTA FAGIOLI AL FORNO



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The name of this Italian-inspired dish means "baked pasta with beans." But my busy family translates it as "super satisfying dinner." -Cindy Preller, Grayslake, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 12 ounces)
1 can (28 ounces) whole plum tomatoes
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley, divided
2 cups shredded fontina or provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain., Meanwhile, drain tomatoes, reserving juices; coarsely chop tomatoes. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook and crumble sausage with onion, carrot, celery and garlic over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in tomato paste, seasonings, chopped tomatoes and reserved juices; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes., Stir in beans and 1/4 cup each Parmesan cheese and parsley. Stir in pasta. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with fontina cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese., Bake, covered, 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining parsley. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1029mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

VEGETARIAN PASTA E FAGIOLI (PASTA AND BEANS)



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This is one of my many variations of the old Italian standby. Please feel free to adjust the types and/or amount of the dried herbs to suit your taste

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 -3 cloves garlic, finely chopped (I like lots of garlic, so please suit it to your taste)
1 stalk celery, diced
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3 -5 dashes dried rosemary
1 dash red pepper flakes (I like more-1 tsp.)
1 1/2 cups chopped whole tomatoes, with juices (I've use canned or fresh depending on time of year)
3 cups vegetable stock or 3 cups vegetable broth
1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup tiny pasta (I like ditalini, but any pastene works fine)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or dried) (optional)
freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat.
  • Stir in onion with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add dried herbs and red pepper flakes into the oil and toss to coat to bring out some of the dried herbs' flavors.
  • Stir in garlic, and then celery, and carrots and cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes and stock and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • If necessary add an additional cup of stock or water and stir in beans and tiny pasta.
  • Simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in parsley and serve hot with grated parmesan and freshly ground black pepper.

HEARTY PASTA FAGIOLI



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Here's an Italian favorite made easier by using prepared spaghetti sauce and canned broth for the flavorful base. -Cindy Garland, Limestone, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 servings (7-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
6 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
3 large onions, chopped
8 celery ribs, diced
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
2-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
8 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells
5 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add broth, tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, onions, celery, carrots, beans, oregano, pepper and pepper sauce., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Add pasta and parsley; simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, 10-14 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 958mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CRANBERRY BEAN PASTA FAGIOLI



Cranberry Bean Pasta Fagioli image

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

PASTA E FAGIOLI AL FORNO



Pasta e Fagioli al Forno image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Salt
1 pound penne rigate or whole-wheat penne
1/4 pound pancetta, 3 to 4 slices thick cut like bacon
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 ribs celery from the heart with leafy tops, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and grated
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 to 3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
1 fresh bay leaf
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (15-ounce) can small white beans "Roman" beans, such as Goya brand or, cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Nutmeg, to taste
1 1/2 cups grated Romano

Steps:

  • Pasta e Fagioli is a dish I keep revisiting trying to play around with methods for it so I can keep making it new to me. Here, the classic soup turns into a baked pasta dish. Loosen your belts and open wide. Have your blankies ready for a family nap.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, cook pasta to just shy of al dente.
  • Chop pancetta into 1/4-inch dice.
  • While pasta cooks, heat a skillet with olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Add pancetta, cook 2 to 3 minutes then add celery, carrot, onions, garlic, rosemary, thyme and bay leaf to the skillet, season with salt and pepper. Saute the vegetables until tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Add beans and heat them through. Stir in 1/2 cup wine, simmer 30 seconds more and turn off heat. Remove bay leaf.
  • While vegetables cook, place a small sauce pot over medium heat, add butter, melt butter then whisk in flour and cook 1 minute then whisk in milk. Season sauce with salt, pepper and nutmeg and reduce 4 to 5 minutes, stir in half the grated cheese, turn off heat and adjust seasoning.
  • While sauce cooks, place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat broiler to high.
  • Drain pasta and return to the pot, toss with white bean mixture and sauce, stir to coat, transfer to a casserole dish, top with remaining cheese and place in oven to brown, 5 minutes.

Tips:

  • Sauté the vegetables first: Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil before adding the other ingredients helps enhance their flavor and sweetness.
  • Use a variety of beans: For a more flavorful and hearty soup, use a mix of different types of beans, such as cannellini beans, kidney beans, and black beans.
  • Don't skimp on the herbs: Herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme add a lot of flavor to pasta fagioli. Be generous with them!
  • Use a good quality pasta: The type of pasta you use can make a big difference in the final dish. Choose a high-quality pasta that will hold its shape when cooked.
  • Add some heat: If you like a little heat in your soup, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chopped chili pepper.
  • Let the soup simmer: Simmering the soup for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve with crusty bread: A bowl of pasta fagioli is the perfect meal to serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Conclusion:

Pasta fagioli is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, pasta fagioli is a soup that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pasta fagioli a try!

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