🍲 Pasta e Fagioli – Classic Italian Comfort in a Bowl! 🇮🇹✨
A hearty, rustic soup that brings together tender pasta, creamy beans, and a rich tomato broth. Perfect for chilly days when you need something warm, cozy, and satisfying!
🛒 Ingredients:
1 cup cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (for that creamy texture)
1 cup ditalini pasta (tiny pasta, ideal for soups!)
½ cup tomato sauce (adds depth and richness)
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (your flavorful base)
1 small onion, chopped (aromatic foundation)
1 garlic clove, minced (because Italian food = garlic! 🧄)
2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin for the best flavor!)
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish (a fresh, herby finish!)
🥄 Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté the aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
2️⃣ Build the base:
Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 2 minutes, letting the flavors develop.
3️⃣ Simmer the soup:
Add cannellini beans and broth, bringing everything to a gentle boil.
4️⃣ Cook the pasta:
Once the broth is boiling, stir in the ditalini pasta. Cook until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5️⃣ Season & serve:
Taste and season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with a touch of olive oil, and garnish with fresh parsley.
👩🍳 Pro Tips:
✔️ Want extra richness? Stir in grated Parmesan cheese before serving! 🧀
✔️ Make it heartier: Add Italian sausage or crispy pancetta for a meaty touch.
✔️ For a silky texture: Mash some beans before adding the pasta—it thickens the broth beautifully!
✔️ Leftovers? The pasta will soak up the broth, so just add a splash of water when reheating.
🍽️ Perfect Pairings:
🥖 Serve with crusty bread for dipping
🥗 Pair with a fresh Italian salad
🍷 Enjoy with a glass of red wine (Chianti or Sangiovese pairs beautifully!)
💬 Final Thought:
This Pasta e Fagioli is a true Italian classic—simple, wholesome, and full of heartwarming flavors. One bowl, and you’ll feel like you’re in a cozy trattoria in Italy! 🇮🇹✨
Buon Appetito! 🍲💛