Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe
Discover the warmth and hearty goodness of our Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe. This comforting soup captures the essence of traditional Italian cuisine, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With rich flavors and simple, wholesome ingredients, it’s a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. In just 40 minutes, you can serve a nourishing meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Customize the recipe with your favorite vegetables and spices for a deliciously unique twist every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian turkey sausage (no casing)
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 2 large sliced carrots
- 3 stalks thinly sliced celery
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 32 oz low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 32 oz marinara sauce
- 1 can red beans
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the crumbled turkey sausage over medium-high heat until cooked through.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender. Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth, water, tomato paste, marinara sauce, and seasonings; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta and both beans; cook until pasta is al dente (about 5 more minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg