Andrea's Pasta Fagioli Recipe

This Pasta Fagioli recipe is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines pasta, beans, and vegetables in a flavorful broth. It's perfect for a comforting meal on a cold day and is sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup ditalini pasta
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
2. Add the carrots and celery and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cannellini beans, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Add the ditalini pasta and continue to simmer until pasta is cooked, about 10 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
8. Enjoy!

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