Darcy's Pasta E Fagioli

Warm, hearty, and packed with rustic Italian charm, Darcy’s Pasta e Fagioli is the epitome of comfort food in a bowl. This one-pot wonder combines tender cannellini beans, perfectly cooked small pasta, and a medley of aromatic vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth infused with oregano, thyme, and just a hint of crushed red pepper for subtle heat. The addition of fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese enhances the dish, making it irresistibly savory and satisfying. Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping and is naturally vegetarian, with easy adaptations for vegan diets. Serve this cozy classic with crusty bread for dipping, and let every spoonful transport you to an Italian countryside kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 celery stalk, finely diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or elbow)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cannellini beans, dried oregano, dried thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 6

While the soup is simmering, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 7

After 15 minutes, taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the soup and stir to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the pot from heat, and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.

Step 10

Ladle the Pasta E Fagioli into bowls and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3127.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2370.9

Total Fat 90.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g
Cholesterol 79.4mg	0%
Sodium 8285.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.4g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 118.5g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 2168.0mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 6456.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 46.6%