Pasta E Fagioli Soup Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Soup Base

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

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Ham

   Stir in the minced garlic and diced ham. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

3. 3

   Incorporate Tomatoes and Broth

   Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

4. 4

   Cook the Pasta

   Once boiling, add the tubetti pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Beans and Season

   In the last 2 minutes of cooking, stir in the cannellini beans, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.

6. 6

   Prepare Crostini

   While the soup is cooking, toast the brick crostini slices in the oven until golden and crispy.

7. 7

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot with the brick crostini on the side.