Description
Barefoot Contessa Pasta Fagioli Recipe is a warm and inviting Italian classic that promises to delight your taste buds. This hearty soup combines the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables, nutritious beans, and flavorful herbs, creating a dish that’s not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this Pasta Fagioli is ready in just 45 minutes. With its rich tomato base and tender pasta, it’s a comforting bowl of goodness that everyone will love. Serve it hot with crusty bread for an unforgettable meal that warms both the heart and soul.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- ½ teaspoon chopped garlic
- 24 to 32 ounces tomato sauce (adjust based on desired thickness)
- 1 (14 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- ½ tablespoon dried basil leaves
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 ½ cups ditalini pasta
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, parsley, basil, black pepper, and tomato sauce; stir well. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- In a separate pot, boil salted water; add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain.
- Add cooked pasta and rinsed cannellini beans to the soup; simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh herbs or grated cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg