Description
Pasta Fagioli is a delightful and hearty Italian-American soup that captures the essence of comfort food. This dish features tender cannellini beans, ditalini pasta, and savory turkey strips simmered in a rich tomato broth, making it perfect for cozy dinners or casual get-togethers. With its inviting flavors and nutritious ingredients, this easy-to-make soup is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome meal. In just about 40 minutes, you can create a scrumptious soup that’s ideal for meal prep or sharing with friends. Customize it with your favorite spices or vegetables for an extra touch!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces turkey strips (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes
- 3 16 ounce cans cannellini beans (drained)
- 6 cups water (to start but add more as needed)
- 3 plum tomatoes (hand crushed)
- 1 sprig rosemary (optional)
- 2 cups ditalini pasta (or small shells, elbows, etc.)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Sauté turkey strips for 7-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Add diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in water, salt, and hand-crushed tomatoes; bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
- Add drained cannellini beans and rosemary if using; crush some beans against the pot's side for texture.
- Stir in pasta and cook until al dente, adding more water as needed for desired consistency.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg