Description
Warm your home with the comforting aromas of Italian Pasta Fagioli, a delightful and hearty dish featuring tender pasta, creamy cannellini beans, and rich tomatoes. This one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also evokes cherished family memories around the dinner table. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, it’s a satisfying meal that promises to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large carrot, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) whole or diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, and basil. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth. Mix well.
- Add the cannellini beans and pasta. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg