Name: Classic Pasta e Fagioli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound ground chicken or turkey; 1 medium yellow onion (diced); 4 medium carrots (finely diced); 4 medium celery ribs (finely diced); 5 teaspoons minced garlic (about 5 cloves); 4 cups beef broth; 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed); 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed); 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Description

Classic Pasta e Fagioli is a warm and wholesome Italian soup that effortlessly combines savory ground chicken or turkey, nutritious beans, and tender pasta in a rich broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking comfort food with a healthy twist.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground chicken or turkey
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
4 medium carrots (finely diced)
4 medium celery ribs (finely diced)
5 teaspoons minced garlic (about 5 cloves)
4 cups beef broth
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground chicken or turkey for about 5 minutes. Drain excess grease.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cooking until softened (7-10 minutes). Stir in minced garlic during the last minute.
Pour in beef broth and add diced tomatoes along with drained beans. Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme; bring to boil.
Stir in ditalini pasta; reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente (about 7 minutes).
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Use different beans for variety, such as black beans or pinto beans. For a gluten-free option, substitute regular pasta with gluten-free alternatives. Allow the soup to rest before serving for enhanced flavor melding.