New Year's Good Luck Pasta Fazool Recipe

Celebrate the New Year with a hearty and delicious Pasta Fazool, also known as pasta e fagioli. This traditional Italian dish is believed to bring good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. Made with simple ingredients like pasta, beans, tomatoes, and spices, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a warm and comforting meal. Enjoy the flavors of Italy and start the year off right with this classic dish!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup small pasta (such as elbow macaroni or ditalini)
• Salt and 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, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cannellini beans, red kidney beans, oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. While the soup simmers, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. After the soup has simmered for 20 minutes, add the cooked pasta to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve the Pasta Fazool hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Enjoy your warm and comforting meal, and wish yourself and others a prosperous New Year!

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