Pasta E Fagioli
Warm up with a bowl of Pasta e Fagioli, the ultimate Italian comfort soup featuring tender ditalini pasta, creamy beans, and a rich, savory broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups tomato sauce
- 2 cups fresh Tuscan kale, tough stems removed, chopped
- 1 15.5-oz can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15.5-oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup dry ditalini or other tiny pasta
- 1 tbsp The Spice Girl Kitchen Italian Seasoning
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- salt and pepper, to taste
- freshly grated parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the sausage and cook until browned. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot over medium heat, add the oil, onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies start to soften.
- Add the garlic and cook 1 additional minute.
- Stir in broth, tomato sauce, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in sausage, kale, beans, Italian seasoning and pasta. Return to boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until pasta is al dente. Stir frequently.
- Add the vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Serve with freshly grated parmesan.
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Storage and Reheating Tips
Pasta e Fagioli is just as delicious the next day, making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers. Here’s how to store and reheat your soup:- Storage: Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheating: When reheating, add a splash of broth or water to loosen the soup, as the pasta tends to absorb the liquid over time. Warm it on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through. If reheating in the microwave, stir the soup halfway through to ensure even heating.
- Freezing: If you’d like to freeze your Pasta e Fagioli, it’s best to do so before adding the pasta, as it can become mushy when thawed. Freeze the soup base, and when you’re ready to eat, cook fresh pasta separately and add it in.