Pasta E Fagioli Pasta Bean Soup

Experience the comforting flavors of Italy with this hearty Pasta e Fagioli Pasta Bean Soup, a classic dish that’s both nutritious and soul-warming. This rustic, one-pot recipe combines tender cannellini beans, perfectly al dente pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful tomato-vegetable broth infused with herbs like rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome soup is a cozy weeknight favorite, perfect for chilly evenings. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese, it’s a satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread. Whether you're seeking a plant-based dinner or a traditional Italian comfort food, this Pasta e Fagioli delivers simplicity and flavor in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 medium Celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 cups Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 cup Small pasta (e.g., ditalini or elbow)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the cannellini beans, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Stir in the small pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Pasta E Fagioli!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2942.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989.5

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 35.7mg	0%
Sodium 6824.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.1g	0%
Total Sugars 47.7g
Protein 93.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1293.9mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 5787.2mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 54.1%