Description
Italian Pasta Fagioli is a heartwarming dish that combines tender pasta, creamy cannellini beans, and a rich tomato broth infused with aromatic herbs. This comforting Italian classic is perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings with friends, promising a delightful explosion of flavors in every bowl. Simple to prepare and visually appealing, it will quickly become a family favorite that brings smiles around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and crushed red pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, stir in freshly torn basil leaves, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg