Best 8 Tiny Pasta Stew Recipes

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Tiny pasta stew is a versatile and comforting dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and flavorful dish to warm you up on a cold day, tiny pasta stew is sure to hit the spot. With its endless variations and simple preparation, it's no wonder why this classic comfort food is a favorite among home cooks everywhere. This guide will provide you with everything you need to know to create the perfect tiny pasta stew, from selecting the right ingredients to perfecting the cooking technique.

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BEEF STEW WITH PASTA



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I have happy memories of my mother's tomato-y beef stew, so I combined her recipe with a bunch of fall veggies I needed to use. The result was a fun, fill-you-up dinner. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings (5 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 pounds beef stew meat
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, optional
2 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 cups uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
2 cups chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

  • In a 7-qt. Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; brown half the beef. Remove from pan. Repeat with additional oil and remaining beef., In same pan, saute carrots and onion in remaining oil until onion is tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, broth, beef and, if desired, parsley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/2 hours., Stir in potatoes, beans and cheese; bring to a boil. Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until beef and vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach until wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

PASTA E CECI (ITALIAN PASTA AND CHICKPEA STEW)



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There is an incredible number of recipes for this classic Roman dish, and everyone has an opinion on how it should be prepared. This version is more stew than soup, but it can be loosened up with a bit more water if you prefer. It begins with sautéing onion, tomatoes, garlic and rosemary in olive oil, then tossing in the chickpeas, and smashing a few to give the stew a creamy texture. Water is added, then uncooked pasta, which cooks as the stew simmers (and results in one less dish for you wash). Escarole is folded in right before serving. This flexible stew can go in a number of directions, so tweak it as you see fit, but don't forget to finish each bowl with grated pecorino and a drizzle of olive oil. Ciao.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 packed cup canned whole tomatoes, drained
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 cup ditalini
4 cups roughly chopped escarole, Tuscan kale or radicchio
Grated pecorino, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not taking on any color, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, rosemary and red-pepper flakes, and cook 1 minute more. Season well with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and the chickpeas, breaking up the tomatoes with the back of a spoon or spatula and smashing about 1/2 cup of the beans.
  • Add 3 cups water and bring to a boil over high. Add the pasta and simmer, stirring often to make sure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan, until the pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes. The water will mostly be absorbed by the pasta, but if you prefer it brothier, you can add 1/2 to 1 cup water and simmer until warmed through, 1 minute more. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add the escarole and stir until wilted. Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly. Ladle into bowls and top with grated cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

LENTIL AND PASTA STEW



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Warm up with a big bowl of this stick-to-your-ribs stew that's chock-full of chopped smoked sausage, hearty veggies and tender lentils. It's terrific with oven-fresh baked bread. -Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup cubed peeled potatoes
3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 celery rib, sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 cups beef broth
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
Shredded Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Brown kielbasa in oil and butter in a large skillet. Add the potatoes, carrots, celery and onion. Cook and stir for 3 minutes over medium heat. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the broth, lentils, tomatoes, bay leaf, pepper and salt., Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are tender. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Stir pasta into slow cooker. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

TINY PASTA STEW



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Provided by Mollie Katzen

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pasta     Vegetable     Stew     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Tofu     Corn     Zucchini     Spring     Healthy     Small Plates

Yield Makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups vegetable bouillon
1/2 carrots in tiny cubes (the size of small peas)
1/2 cup diced zucchini
1/2 cup diced yellow summer squash (optional)
1/2 cup baby corn, in 1/4 inch slices
1/2 cup small peas
1/2 cup diced firm tofu

Steps:

  • Bring the bouillon to a boil in a medium-small saucepan. Add the carrots, and lower the heat to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the carrots are just tender, then add the zucchini, optional summer squash, and corn. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until all the vegetables are perfectly tender.
  • Stir in the peas, tofu, and cooked pasta, and simmer for just a couple of minutes longer. Serve hot or very warm in small bowls with small spoons.

VEGETABLE AND PASTA STEW



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup virgin olive oil
1 small unpeeled eggplant (8 ounces), preferably the small, thin Japanese variety, cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch chunks (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 red onion (6 ounces), peeled and chopped coarse (about 1 1/2 cups)
10 scallions, dark green and damaged outer leaves removed and discarded, remainder cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1 sweet red pepper (7 ounces), seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 piece cauliflower (8 to 10 ounces), divided into florets (about 2 cups)
1 zucchini (7 ounces), washed, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 quarts water
1 pound gnocchetti (or another small pasta like elbow, bow-tie, penne, ziti or rigati)
1/4 cup imported Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish if desired
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare the vegetables, heat the olive oil in a large skillet. When hot, add the eggplant and cook it over medium to high heat for about 5 minutes, until it is brown on all sides. (It will absorb most of the oil.)
  • Add the red onion, scallions, red pepper and cauliflower to the skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook for 2 minutes more, covered. Add the salt and pepper, toss until well mixed and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the pasta: bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and type of pasta you are using and how you like it cooked.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Put this water in a large serving bowl and mix it with the cheese, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add the pasta and toss it with the cheese mixture.
  • Stir in the reserved vegetables and serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 482, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 436 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

MY PASTA BEEF STEW



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Make and share this My Pasta Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FrenchBunny

Categories     Stew

Time 2h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs stewing beef (2 inch cubes)
3 tablespoons oil
1/3 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon savory
1/4 teaspoon thyme
4 cups tomato juice
3 medium onions (Quartered)
6 medium carrots (Thinly Sliced)
1 cup turnip (Cubed)
1 cup pasta shells or 1 cup macaroni
12 ounces frozen peas

Steps:

  • Saute meat in large Dutch oven and sprinkle with flour and brown. Stir in seasonings and tomato juice. Cover and simmer on medium heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in onions, carrots and turnips and simmer another 30 minutes. Add pasta and cook another 20 minutes for bows and shells and only 5 minutes for macaroni. Stirring occasionally. Add frozen peas and cook 10 minutes more.
  • Check seasonings and adjust.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.4, Fat 36.8, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 106.6, Sodium 1419.6, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 14.9, Protein 34.7

ITALIAN PASTA STEW



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Johnsonville Italian Sausage combines with the flavors of fresh veggies and pasta to create a cozy soup your family will love.

Provided by Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Italian Mild Sausage Links
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 small red potatoes, diced
1 carrot, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic
1 cup water
1 cup uncooked rotini pasta
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook sausage links according to package directions; drain, cut into 1/4-inch slices and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, sauté onions in oil until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, carrots and continue to cook for about 1 minute.
  • Stir in tomatoes, water, pasta, zucchini and sausage.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender.
  • Spoon stew into serving bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.6, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 159.7, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4, Protein 8.2

ITALIAN PASTA STEW



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Have some vino, and say, Grazie as you sample this sumptuous dish!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Links
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 small red potatoes, diced
1 carrot, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with roasted garlic
1 cup water
1 cup uncooked rotini
1 small zucchini squash, sliced
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook sausage links according to package directions; drain, cut into 1/4-inch slices and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes, carrots and continue to cook for about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, water, pasta, zucchini and sausage. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender. Spoon stew into serving bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 74.5 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1627.5 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your stew. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy in the stew.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of your stew, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a broth that is flavorful and has a rich color.
  • Season the stew to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten up the flavors.
  • Let the stew simmer: Simmering allows the flavors to meld and develop. Aim to simmer the stew for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.

Conclusion:

Tiny pasta stew is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful stew that the whole family will enjoy.

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