Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsGiuseppe's Bar & Grille HendersonPasta Fagioli Bowl Recipe

Pasta Fagioli Bowl Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Beans

Vegetables and Aromatics

Finishing Touches

Method

Preparing the Beans

  1. 1

    Soak the Beans

    In a large bowl, soak the dried cannellini beans in water overnight, or for at least 8 hours.

  2. 2

    Cook the Beans

    Drain the soaked beans, place them in a pot, cover with fresh water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Drain and set aside.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Herbs

    Add the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Combine Broth and Beans

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cooked cannellini beans. Stir to combine.

  4. 6

    Season and Simmer

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.

  5. 7

    Cook the Pasta

    Add the ditalini pasta to the pot and cook for another 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaf. Serve the Pasta Fagioli in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

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