Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our EASY Pasta Fagioli recipe, also known as Pasta Fazool. This hearty Italian bean soup is a delightful blend of tender turkey, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 grams turkey strips, chopped
- 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz or 398 ml)
- 2 cans white kidney beans (19 oz or 540 ml), drained and rinsed
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup ditalini or other small pasta (uncooked)
- 2 cups freshly chopped spinach or kale
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey strips and cook until browned.
- Incorporate chopped carrots, celery, and onion until they become translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then add white kidney beans, bay leaf, and Parmesan rind. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in uncooked pasta; cover and cook until al dente.
- Just before serving, mix in chopped spinach or kale along with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg