Pasta Fagioli Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Beans
Method
Preparation of Beans
- 1
Soak the Beans
Begin by soaking the dried cannellini beans in a large bowl of water overnight. This will help them cook faster and become tender.
- 2
Cook the Beans
The next day, drain and rinse the soaked beans. In a large pot, add the beans and cover them with fresh water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking for about 1 to 1.5 hours until tender. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Soup
- 3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
- 4
Add Broth and Tomatoes
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Incorporate Beans and Pasta
Once boiling, add the cooked cannellini beans and pasta to the pot. Stir well, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- 6
Season the Soup
Stir in the chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Pasta Fagioli
Ladle the Pasta Fagioli into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
