Pasta And Fagioli

Servings: 1 cups Difficulty: Intermediate
Hearty Italian soup with cannellini beans and rotelle
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This comforting Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup that brings the warmth of home-style cooking to your table. Featuring a robust base of sautéed onions and garlic, it combines creamy cannellini beans with fresh Roma tomatoes and a blend of aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, and marjoram. Small rotelle pasta adds a satisfying texture, making every spoonful hearty and filling. The addition of a splash of balsamic vinegar brightens the flavors, while grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this vegetarian dish is simple to prepare yet deeply satisfying. ItâÂÂs a wholesome meal that highlights the natural sweetness of beans and tomatoes, creating a balanced, flavorful experience that the whole family will enjoy.

Pasta And Fagioli

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 cups Calories: 245

Description

This comforting Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup that brings the warmth of home-style cooking to your table. Featuring a robust base of sautéed onions and garlic, it combines creamy cannellini beans with fresh Roma tomatoes and a blend of aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, and marjoram. Small rotelle pasta adds a satisfying texture, making every spoonful hearty and filling. The addition of a splash of balsamic vinegar brightens the flavors, while grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this vegetarian dish is simple to prepare yet deeply satisfying. ItâÂÂs a wholesome meal that highlights the natural sweetness of beans and tomatoes, creating a balanced, flavorful experience that the whole family will enjoy.

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the rotelle pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente according to package directions.
  3. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or soup pot over medium heat.
  5. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the cannellini beans, chopped Roma tomatoes, dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Add the reserved pasta water (or additional water if needed) and simmer the mixture for 5-10 minutes until the flavors meld and the tomatoes break down slightly.
  8. Fold the cooked rotelle pasta into the bean and tomato mixture.
  9. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with finely chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups


Amount Per Serving
Calories 245kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 42.0g15%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g32%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 12.0g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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