ITALIAN BEAN AND PASTA SOUP

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Categories     Soup/Stew

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dried cranberry, cannellini or other white beans
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped pancetta
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
8 cups chicken broth or water
1 1/2 cups diced canned plum tomatoes
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 pound small dried pasta, shells or ditalini
Olive oil for serving
Grated parmesan cheese for serving

Steps:

  • Pick over beans and discard any misshapen beans and stones Rinse beans, drain and place in a saucepan Add water to cover and bring to a boil over high heat Boil for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour, drain In a saucepan over medium heat, warm olive oil Add pancetta and saute, stirring often, until softened (about 5 minutes) Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic and saute, stirring often, until softened (about 8 minutes) Add water, beans, tomatoes, 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until beans are tender (about 1 hour) To give soup more body, remove 2 large spoonfuls of beans and vegetables and puree, return to soup When soup is almost ready cook pasta to al dente, drain and add to soup. Simmer another 5 minutes Top servings with a swirl of olive oil, parmesan and ground pepper

Sonam Yangchen
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This soup was delicious! I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese and basil. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful Italian soup.


Amjad Bhutta
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the Parmesan cheese and basil added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-m


Ataa Adwoa
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and pasta. It's also very affordable and easy to make. I like to add some extra vegetables, such as carrots or celery, to make the soup even healthier.


Melika Cox
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This soup was just okay. The broth was a bit bland and the beans were a bit tough. I think I would have liked it better if I had used a different type of bean, such as cannellini beans or chickpeas.


Nabeel Nagra
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family. It's a great way to use up leftover beans and pasta, and it's also very affordable. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal


NR Nurul Islam
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This soup was delicious! I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese and basil. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful Italian soup.


Jeremiah Matthews
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable and easy to make. I like to add some extra vegetables, such as carrots or celery, to make the soup even healthier.


Corpse 1
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the Parmesan cheese and basil added a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and


Azan Al.mamari
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning, such as garlic, oregano, or basil. I also found that the beans and pasta were a bit overcooked. Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


James Arther
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I gave it a try. The soup was surprisingly delicious! The beans and pasta were cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Richard Sharp
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans and pasta. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze. I would recommend adding some extra vegetables, such as carrots or celery, to make the soup even heartier.


Rajendra Manadal
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I've tried many Italian bean and pasta soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the beans and pasta are cooked perfectly. I also appreciate that the recipe uses fresh vegetables, which gives the soup a brigh


Stacy Boo
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This soup was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the addition of the Parmesan cheese and basil. Will definitely be making this again.


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