LOW-FAT PASTA E FAGIOLI (ITALIAN PASTA & BEAN SOUP)

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A delicious, hearty, easy and healthy soup from the terrific cookbook, "Saved By Soup: More Than 100 Delicious Low-Fat Soups To Eat And Enjoy Every Day" by Judith Barrett.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Beans

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, cut into 8 pieces
2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 stalk celery, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 lb fresh fennel, tall stalks and leaves discarded and bulb cut into cubes (about half a small bulb)
1 large garlic clove, peeled
2 cups canned chopped tomatoes, with their juices
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups vegetable stock
1 cup cooked white beans (drained and rinsed) or 1 cup canned white beans, such as Great Northern, navy, or cannellini (drained and rinsed)
1/2 cup short tube-shaped pasta, such as ditalini or 1/2 cup tubetti
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine onion, carrots, celery, fennel, and garlic in a food processor and process until vegetables are finely chopped, about 15 seconds (or finely chop by hand).
  • Heat oil in a heavy 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add chopped vegetables and cook, stirring, until they begin to soften, 2-3 minutes, Stir in tomatoes and stock and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Add beans and pasta and cook, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender but firm (al dente), about 10 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in basil and parsley. Garnish each serving with some cheese, if desired.

Gourob Gaming
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I love the combination of beans and pasta in this soup. It's a great way to get your protein and carbs in one meal.


Afia Jahin
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This soup is so flavorful and filling. I will definitely be making it again.


Bahkitah Maara
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it!


Lerma Rivarez
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and pasta.


Nedas Vaicys
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


Mulenga Chibeka
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This soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it.


Itx Qamar
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I would recommend adding some grated Parmesan cheese to this soup. It really takes it to the next level.


tomiwa Joshua
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Skipi
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I love that this soup is made with healthy ingredients.


Mike Fugate
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Madhu Magar
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I would recommend adding some crusty bread to serve with this soup. It's the perfect way to soak up all the delicious broth.


Prince Nyakundi
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This soup is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


water caca
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I love the combination of beans and pasta in this soup. It's a great way to get your protein and carbs in one meal.


Naeem Sheikh
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This soup is so flavorful and filling. I will definitely be making it again.


Richard Joubert
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it!


Fitzroy A Willis
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and pasta.


Abdul Wahab Viki
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


David Dekaglo
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The flavors in this soup are amazing! The beans, pasta, and vegetables all come together perfectly.


Maksuda Kabir
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I love this recipe because it is so easy to make.


Bozdar Khan
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This Pasta e Fagioli is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beans and pasta are cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and herbs, and the result is a comforting and satisfying meal.