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Cozy Pasta e Fagioli Soup Recipe

Cozy Pasta e Fagioli Soup Recipe
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Discover the rich, comforting flavors of Cozy Pasta e Fagioli Soup, a classic Italian dish combining tender pasta, creamy cannellini beans, and savory vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this nourishing and soul-satisfying soup is quick to prepare, versatile, and ideal for leftovers.

Ingredients

Beans and Pasta

  • Cannellini Beans (1 can, about 15 oz, rinsed and drained if canned)
  • Small Pasta (such as ditalini) – 3/4 cup

Vegetables

  • Carrots – 2 medium, finely chopped
  • Celery Stalks – 2, finely chopped
  • Onion – 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
  • Diced Tomatoes – 1 can (14.5 oz), undrained

Broth and Herbs

  • Vegetable or Chicken Broth – 4 cups
  • Fresh Rosemary – 1 sprig
  • Fresh Parsley – 2 tablespoons, chopped

Others

  • Olive Oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black Pepper – to taste
  • Parmesan Cheese (optional, for garnish) – as desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onions, carrots, and celery finely. Mince the garlic. If using canned cannellini beans, rinse and drain them. Having all ingredients ready will make cooking smooth and enjoyable.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and release their fragrant aroma.
  3. Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and pour in the broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow flavors to meld together.
  4. Cook the beans and pasta: Add the cannellini beans, fresh rosemary sprig, and pasta to the simmering soup. Continue simmering for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta is tender but still holds its shape. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Season and finish: Remove the rosemary sprig. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and additional herbs if desired. Drizzle a bit of olive oil on top. Serve warm, garnished with optional grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Use quality broth to create a flavorful base that enhances the soup’s taste.
  • Add pasta toward the end of cooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Simmer gently to blend flavors without breaking down beans or vegetables excessively.
  • Add fresh herbs at the right time to boost aroma and freshness.
  • This soup tastes even better the next day once the flavors have melded.
  • Store soup and pasta separately to maintain pasta texture.
  • Freeze the soup base without pasta; add freshly cooked pasta when reheating.

Nutrition

Keywords: Pasta e Fagioli, Italian Soup, Comfort Food, Bean Soup, Cozy Soup, Hearty Soup, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Vegetarian Soup

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