Description
Indulge in the warmth of a classic Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe, a dish that captures the essence of Tuscan comfort food. This hearty soup features a delightful blend of tender pasta and protein-rich beans simmered in a rich, flavorful tomato broth. Each spoonful offers a satisfying taste experience, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, this versatile recipe can easily be customized to include your favorite ingredients. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or as a meal prep option, this Pasta Fagioli is sure to impress with its robust flavors and wholesome goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey or chicken sausage
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 medium carrots
- 2 celery ribs
- 4 cloves garlic
- 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1 can red kidney beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can tomato sauce
- Dried pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley)
Instructions
- Brown the ground turkey or chicken sausage in a large pot over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes, crumbling the meat until fully cooked.
- Add diced onions, carrots, celery, rosemary, thyme, and parsley to the pot; sauté for approximately 6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth along with rinsed beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add dried pasta to the pot and continue simmering for another 9-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove bay leaves; stir in grated cheese until melted.
- Adjust thickness with additional broth if needed and season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg