CRANBERRY BEAN PASTA FAGIOLI

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h25m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
5 cloves garlic, smashed
1 small onion, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 2-ounce piece pancetta (optional)
5 canned whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
Kosher salt
3 pounds fresh cranberry beans in pods, shelled (or 1 cup dried cranberry beans, soaked overnight)
2 bay leaves
1 piece parmesan cheese rind, plus 1/2 cup grated parmesan, and more for topping
2 cups small pasta, such as shells or ditalini
1 bunch kale, stems and ribs discarded, leaves chopped
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, rosemary and pancetta, if using, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook 2 more minutes; season with salt. Add the beans, 3 quarts water, the bay leaves and parmesan rind. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beans are tender, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Uncover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Add the kale and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 6 more minutes. (The soup should be thick and creamy; thin with water, if necessary.)
  • Remove the bay leaves, parmesan rind and pancetta, if used. Add the grated parmesan, parsley, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Top with more olive oil and parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calorie, Fat 26.5 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 728 milligrams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 4 grams

Ozarija Blaise
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Sanro Islam
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I've never had pasta fagioli before, but this recipe was amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Polar Bear
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Khan Hamza
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cranberries and pasta made it really flavorful.


Mastaa Jr
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans.


Albert Wolfe
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Yohana Mwamba
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This pasta fagioli is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Badol Dhali
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I was a bit skeptical about the cranberries in this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. They added a nice tartness that balanced out the richness of the beans and pasta.


Mian Hassan Hassan fiaz
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


Maryssa Cosby
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Yum!


Md . Faruk Hawlader
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This was my first time making pasta fagioli, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and turned out great! I especially loved the addition of the cranberries.


Jessdel Dela Cruz
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I've made this pasta fagioli recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of cranberries, beans, and pasta is unique and delicious.


Herbert Zamora
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This pasta fagioli was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and comforting, and the beans were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.