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.
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PASTA E FAGIOLI
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
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
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
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 2h25m
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
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
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
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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