Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli
Indulge in the warmth of our Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe, a delightful soup that brings the comforting essence of Italian cuisine right to your kitchen. This hearty dish combines tender pasta, an assortment of flavorful beans, and aromatic herbs, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare, this recipe captures the rich flavors reminiscent of Olive Garden’s classic soup. With its nourishing ingredients and customizable nature, this pasta fagioli is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 lb chicken sausage (no casing)
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 2 large sliced carrots
- 3 stalks thinly sliced celery
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 32 oz low sodium beef broth
- 32 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
- 1 can red beans
- 1 can cannellini beans
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the chicken sausage until browned.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender, then stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth, marinara sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and spices; mix well.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta, water, and both types of beans; cook until pasta is al dente (about 5 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper before serving warm with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg