Description
Hearty Pasta Fagioli Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines robust flavors with wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect choice for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This delightful soup features a medley of vegetables, beans, and pasta simmered in a rich, savory broth, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy meal to enjoy with loved ones, this Italian-inspired recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly and easily customizable to suit your family’s preferences. Enjoy a warm bowl of Hearty Pasta Fagioli Soup and embrace the comforting flavors it brings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ ounces diced turkey bacon
- 1 pound crumbled Italian sausage
- 3 medium carrots (diced)
- 5 celery stalks (diced)
- 2 onions (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup dry Ditalini pasta
- 2 cans beans (kidney and cannellini)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until browned. Add crumbled sausage and brown further.
- Stir in carrots, celery, onions, and garlic; cook until softened.
- Add tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and pour in vinegar while scraping the pot's bottom.
- Incorporate tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, and pepper; bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 15–20 minutes.
- Stir in Ditalini pasta and cook uncovered for another 10 minutes. Add rinsed beans and simmer for additional minutes until pasta is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg