Description
Pasta Fazool is a comforting Italian soup that combines tender pasta, hearty beans, and fresh vegetables into a delightful one-pot meal. This dish is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying a family dinner, or simply looking for a cozy night in. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, Pasta Fazool is not only delicious but also budget-friendly and packed with nutrition. This easy-to-make recipe can be customized with your favorite ingredients, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Enjoy this warm bowl of goodness that brings the essence of Italian tradition to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- 1 small sprig of fresh thyme (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) borlotti beans or cannellini beans, drained
- 1 cup (240 ml) canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups (960 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
- 7 oz (190–200 grams) short pasta (ditali, orecchiette, shells, etc.)
- ½ teaspoon fine salt (or to taste)
- â…› teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté diced onion, carrot, and celery for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic, bay leaf, rosemary, and thyme; cook for about 30–40 seconds until fragrant.
- Incorporate drained beans and canned tomatoes into the pot. Add three cups of vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper before bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about ten minutes. Stir occasionally. Remove bay leaf and rosemary once done.
- Blend about one-third of the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or standard blender. Return it to the pot.
- Stir in pasta while adjusting consistency with reserved broth as needed.
- Cook until pasta is al dente; taste to adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve in bowls with a drizzle of olive oil on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg