Mama's Pasta Fagioli

Warm, hearty, and brimming with classic Italian flavors, Mama’s Pasta Fagioli is the ultimate bowl of comfort food. This traditional soup combines tender ditalini pasta, creamy cannellini beans, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a savory tomato-infused broth. Enhanced with a trio of dried herbs—oregano, basil, and thyme—this one-pot wonder brings a cozy, homemade touch to your table in just 50 minutes. Perfect for feeding a family of six, it’s both filling and wholesome, and can be customized with optional Parmesan and fresh parsley for added indulgence. Whether served as a standalone meal or paired with crusty bread, this easy-to-make classic is the perfect way to bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 14-ounce cans Canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup Ditalini pasta
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, cannellini beans, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Meanwhile, in a separate pot, cook the ditalini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 7

After the soup has simmered, taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the pot and stir to combine. Let the soup heat for 2-3 minutes to ensure the pasta is warm.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3307.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2365.8

Total Fat 66.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 55.3mg	0%
Sodium 5661.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1407.9mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 5077.6mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 57.0%