Pasta Fazool

Hearty, comforting, and packed with flavor, Pasta Fazool—also known as Pasta e Fagioli—is a classic Italian soup that brings rustic simplicity to your table. This one-pot wonder is brimming with tender cannellini beans, vibrant vegetables, and a medley of dried herbs like thyme, oregano, and basil, all simmered in a rich, aromatic broth. A cup of al dente pasta folded in at the end transforms this soup into a satisfying main course, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a touch of brightness. Ready in just 50 minutes and yielding four generous servings, this heartwarming dish is a must-try for fans of traditional Italian cuisine, rustic soups, and wholesome comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
• 15 oz cannellini beans (or navy beans), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Sauté the diced onion, garlic, celery, and carrot for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced tomatoes, drained cannellini beans, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

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

Step 5

While the soup is simmering, cook the pasta separately according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

After the soup has simmered, remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Stir in the cooked pasta and let the soup heat through for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2591.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991.5

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 35.7mg	0%
Sodium 8476.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.3g
Protein 86.0g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1192.3mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 4312.2mg	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: 23.2%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 59.7%