Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe. This delightful soup combines an array of nutritious beans, tender vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a hearty dish that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Ready in just 40 minutes, this Italian classic is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying meal after a busy day or hosting friends, this flavorful bean stew is sure to impress. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken or turkey sausage (casing removed)
- 1 can (16 oz) red beans
- 1 can (16 oz) cannellini beans
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 2 large sliced carrots
- 3 stalks thinly sliced celery
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 32 oz low sodium beef broth
- 32 oz jar marinara sauce
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
- Fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the sausage until browned.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender. Stir in garlic and cook for one more minute.
- Pour in broth, marinara sauce, tomato paste, sugar, basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme; stir well.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add pasta and both types of beans; cook until pasta is al dente (about 5 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, use fresh herbs instead of dried. For added nutrition, incorporate seasonal vegetables like zucchini or spinach. Allow the soup to rest for a few minutes before serving to meld flavors.