Best 13 Pasta E Fagioli Recipes

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Pasta e Fagioli, a classic Italian soup, is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the comforting warmth of pasta with the rustic charm of beans. Originating from central Italy, this traditional soup showcases the simplicity of Italian cuisine, relying on a few key ingredients to create a symphony of flavors. With variations spanning different regions of Italy, Pasta e Fagioli offers a culinary journey through the country's diverse culinary landscape.

From the rich tomato-based broth to the tender pasta and beans, each element of this soup contributes to its overall appeal. Whether you prefer your Pasta e Fagioli with small or large pasta shapes, with the addition of vegetables or meat, there's a recipe for every palate. This article presents a collection of authentic Pasta e Fagioli recipes, each offering a unique take on this timeless Italian classic. From a traditional Roman recipe to a modern vegetarian interpretation, these recipes capture the essence of Pasta e Fagioli, inviting you to savor the true taste of Italy.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 large sprig fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped onion
3 ounces pancetta, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
5 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 (14.5-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup elbow macaroni
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Wrap the thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf in a piece of cheesecloth and secure closed with kitchen twine. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, pancetta, and garlic and saute until the onion is tender, about 3 minutes. Add the broth, beans, and sachet of herbs. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then decrease the heat to medium and simmer until the vegetables are very tender, about 10 minutes. Discard the sachet. Puree 1 cup of the bean mixture in a blender until smooth*. Before putting the puree back into the soup, add the macaroni and boil with the lid on until it is tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Return the puree to the remaining soup in the saucepan and stir well. Season the soup with ground black pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle with some Parmesan and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil just before serving.
  • *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.

PASTA FAGIOLI



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A traditional Italian soup. Serve with a crisp salad and a hot loaf of garlic bread and you have a meal! Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Provided by Star Pooley

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup uncooked spinach pasta
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, with liquid

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook celery, onion, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt in the hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes and tomato sauce, and simmer on low for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add pasta and cook 10 minutes, until pasta is tender.
  • Add undrained beans and mix well. Heat through. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 757.8 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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This traditional favorite is ready in only 45 minutes with lots of homemade taste from fresh vegetables, pasta and white kidney beans.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth or Swanson® Certified Organic Chicken Broth or Swanson® Natural Goodness® Chicken Broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crushed
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
¾ cup short tube-shaped ditalini pasta, cooked and drained
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini), undrained

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook the celery, carrots, onion and garlic until they're tender.
  • Stir the broth, Italian seasoning and tomatoes in the skillet. Heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Add the pasta and beans and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Place half of the broth mixture into a blender or food processor. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour the pureed mixture into the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 883 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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A dish of many names - pasta e fagioli, pasta fagioli, or pasta fazool - this classic Italian soup of beans and short pasta with tomatoes and vegetables is a tried and tested favorite.

Provided by Hank Shaw

Categories     Soup     Stew     1-Pot     Budget     Comfort Food     Pantry Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 large celery stalk, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
6 cups chicken (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian option)
1 cup chopped peeled tomatoes, fresh or canned
1/2 pound ditalini pasta
2 15-ounce cans cannellini or borlotti beans, drained and rinsed (or 3 1/2 cups freshly cooked beans )
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sauté the vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion, carrot and celery for 2 to 3 minutes, until its soft and translucent. Add the garlic, chili flakes and Italian seasoning and sauté another minute.
  • Add the stock, tomatoes, and pasta: Add the chicken stock and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and keep the soup at a strong simmer.
  • Add the beans and parsley: When the pasta is al dente, add the beans and cook another 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the parsley. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 893 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PASTA AND BEANS: PASTA E FAGIOLI



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I could live on this recipe -- a quick version of my Gran'pa Emmanuel's masterwork.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 BIG servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 pound (about 3 slices) pancetta, chopped
Two 4 to 6-inch sprigs rosemary, left intact
One 4 to 6-inch sprig thyme with several sprigs on it, left intact
1 large fresh bay leaf or 2 dried bay leaves
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small carrot, finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
4 large cloves garlic, chopped
Coarse salt and pepper
Two 15-ounce cans cannellini beans
1 cup canned tomato sauce or canned crushed tomatoes
2 cups water
1 quart chicken stock
1 1/2 cups ditalini
Grated Parmigiano or Romano, for the table
Crusty bread, for mopping

Steps:

  • Heat a deep pot over medium high heat and add oil and pancetta. Brown the pancetta bits lightly, and add herb stems, bay leaf, chopped vegetables, and garlic. Season vegetables with salt and pepper. Add beans, tomato sauce, water, and stock to pot and raise heat to high. Bring soup to a rapid boil and add pasta. Reduce heat to medium and cook soup, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes or until pasta is cooked al dente. Rosemary and thyme leaves will separate from stems as soup cooks. Remove herb stems and bay leaf from soup and place pot on table on a trivet. Let soup rest and begin to cool for a few minutes. Ladle soup into bowls and top with lots of grated cheese. Pass crusty bread for bowl mopping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 1101 milligrams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 8 grams

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Dash of red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cups chopped whole tomatoes, with juices
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock, or vegetable stock
1 can northern white beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup tiny pasta shells (ditalini)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Freshly grated Parmesan and black pepper for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Stir in onion and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, celery, and carrots and cook for 3 minutes. Add dried basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes and toss to coat. Stir in tomatoes and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. If necessary add an additional cup of stock or water and stir in beans and tiny pasta. Simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in parsley and serve hot with grated Parmesan and ground black pepper.

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 rib celery with leaves, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling
2 plum tomatoes, diced, juices reserved
1 bay leaf
1 sprig rosemary
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup ditalini, elbows or tripolini pasta
One 15.5-ounce can cannellini beans or kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, celery, carrot and oil in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, bay leaf, rosemary sprig and 3 cups of the broth. Bring to simmer and cook for 30 minutes. Discard the bay leaf and rosemary sprig. Add the remaining cup of broth and the pasta. Add the beans and simmer gently until the pasta is cooked through, about 12 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with cheese.

PASTA E FAGIOLI I



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Rich and savory, a wonderful soup, it can be a meal in itself, serve with garlic toast, its great!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ pound seashell pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Add undrained tomatoes, undrained cannellini beans, chicken broth, parsley, basil and pepper to Dutch oven and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Let boil for approximately 1 minute and then let simmer for 10 minutes, covered.
  • Add pasta to Dutch oven and simmer approximately 10 to 12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 272.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Make this vegan soup in the slow cooker for a super-easy, healthy supper. Packed with veg, pasta and beans, it's a satisfying soup for winter

Provided by Myles Williamson

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Soup, Starter, Supper

Time 9h20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

200g dried borlotti or cannellini beans , soaked for 6-8 hours
2 onions , cut into 1cm chunks
2 medium carrots , cut into 1cm chunks
3 celery stalks, cut into 1cm chunks
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil , plus extra to serve (optional)
4 garlic cloves , crushed
1 litre fresh vegetable stock
400g can plum tomatoes
2 tbsp brown rice miso
6 rosemary sprigs
4 bay leaves
150g ditaloni rigati or other small pasta shapes
200g cavolo nero , stalks finely chopped and leaves torn
30g vegan parmesan , grated, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain the beans and bring to the boil in a pan of salted water. Cook for 10 mins, drain, rinse and put in a slow cooker with the onions, carrots and celery.
  • Stir in the olive oil, garlic, stock, tomatoes, half a can of water and the miso. Tie the herbs together with kitchen string and add these as well. Season. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hrs, until the beans are cooked through and all of the veg is really tender.
  • Remove and discard the herbs and stir in the pasta. Cover and cook on high for another 30 mins. Add the cavolo nero stalks and leaves and cook for a final 30-40 mins, or until the pasta is cooked through and the greens are tender. Serve scattered with the cheese and drizzled with a little more olive oil, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Make and share this Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nancy Van Ess

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 9 quarts, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 teaspoons oil
2 lbs ground beef
14 ounces carrots, slivered
12 ounces onions, chopped
14 ounces celery, diced
48 ounces diced canned tomatoes
2 cups red kidney beans
2 cups white kidney beans
88 ounces beef stock
3 teaspoons oregano
2 1/2 teaspoons pepper
5 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
48 ounces spaghetti sauce
8 ounces dry pasta shell macaroni

Steps:

  • Sauté beef in oil in large 10 quart pot until beef starts to brown.
  • Add onions, carrots, celery and tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minute.
  • Drain and rinse beans and add to pot. Also add beef stock, oregano, pepper, Tabasco, spaghetti sauce and noodles .
  • Simmer until celery and carrots are tender, about 45 minute.
  • NOTES : Makes 9 quarts! Just cut the recipe down for smaller batches.

EASY PASTA FAGIOLI



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Typical Italian hearty winter fare done easy! Serve in bowls with a grating of Romano or Parmesan cheese, crusty bread and salad.

Provided by Cindy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 thin slice onion, diced
½ teaspoon chopped garlic
4 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups ditalini pasta

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute carrot, celery and onion until soft. Add garlic and saute briefly. Stir in tomato sauce, chicken broth, pepper, parsley and basil; simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ditalini pasta and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Add beans to the sauce mixture and simmer for a few minutes. When pasta is done, stir into sauce and bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8 calories, Carbohydrate 60.7 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1881.5 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Our version of pasta and cannellini beans is thick, like a stew. To thin it, use a little extra broth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 celery stalks, diced medium
2 carrots, diced medium
1 small red onion, diced medium
2 garlic cloves, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 sprig oregano
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 Parmesan rind (optional), plus 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan for serving
1 cup small pasta, such as ditalini
1 can (15.5 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a medium heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add celery, carrots, onion, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, 9 minutes. Add oregano, tomatoes, broth, and Parmesan rind (if using). Increase heat to high and simmer rapidly until liquid thickens slightly, 5 minutes. Add pasta and cook, partially covered, until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Add beans and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes. To serve, remove rind and sprinkle with shaved Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 12 g

PASTA FAZOOL (PASTA E FAGIOLI)



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This classic Italian-American comfort food works with any kind of sausage, but I like the fennel and anise flavors of sweet Italian sausage with the beans--it's a hearty soup that's fast and easy to put together.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces sweet bulk Italian sausage
1 stalk celery, diced
½ yellow onion, chopped
¾ cup dry elbow macaroni
¼ cup tomato paste
3 cups chicken broth, or more as needed, divided
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups chopped Swiss chard
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini (white kidney) beans, drained
¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus additional for serving, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown sausage while breaking it into small pieces, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced celery and chopped onion. Cook until onions are translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add dry pasta. Cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste until evenly distributed, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 3 cups broth. Raise heat to high and bring to a simmer. Add salt, black pepper, pepper flakes, and oregano. When soup comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium and let it simmer about 5 minutes, stirring often. Check soup consistency and add more broth, if needed.
  • Place chopped chard in a bowl. Cover with cold water and rinse the leaves; any grit will fall to the bottom of the bowl. Transfer chard to colander to drain briefly; add to soup. Cook and stir until leaves wilt, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in white beans; continue cooking and stirring until pasta is perfectly cooked, another 4 or 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in grated cheese. Serve topped with grated cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 887.6 calories, Carbohydrate 77.3 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 43.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 4199.5 mg, Sugar 10 g

Tips:

  • Use dried beans for a more flavorful and hearty soup. If using canned beans, rinse and drain them before adding them to the soup.
  • Soak the beans overnight in water to reduce the cooking time. If you don't have time to soak the beans, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute in a pot of water, then removing the pot from the heat and letting the beans sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients. Some good vegetables to use include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, potatoes, and tomatoes.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will add a rich flavor to the soup.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Some good herbs and spices to use include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Pasta e Fagioli is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of beans, vegetables, and pasta, Pasta e Fagioli is a complete meal in a bowl.

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