Hearty Pasta Fagioli Soup

This hearty and comforting Pasta Fagioli soup is a classic Italian dish that combines pasta and beans in a flavorful and delicious soup. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy family meal. The soup is loaded with vegetables, beans, pasta, and Italian spices, ensuring a satisfying and wholesome soup that everyone will love. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete and filling meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cannellini beans, kidney beans, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. While the soup is simmering, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. Once the soup has simmered for 20 minutes, add the cooked pasta to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
6. Serve the pasta fagioli soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

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