Pasta Fagioli – White Bean Soup
Pasta and Beans is an Italian soup which is simple, hearty, and an inexpensive meal to prepare. There are many variations to this dish, but this recipe is basic. You can use any small pasta like Ditalini, shells or elbows. You can also add Italian sausage and/ or vegetables to really elevate the flavors.
Ingredients
1 lb Ditalini pasta
2- 32oz containers of chicken broth
2 -15oz cans cannellini beans
3 garlic cloves chopped
1 chicken bouillon cube
¼ cup white wine
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ cup grated reggiano parmigiano cheese
Extra virgin olive oil
Directions
1. Boil water and cook the pasta.
2. When done, drain and set aside.
3. In a stockpot, cover the bottom of the pot with the EVO.
4. Add the chopped garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper.
5. Sauté till garlic is golden.
6. Add the 2 cans of beans – don’t drain
7. Add the white wine, chicken broth, bouillon, and cheese.
8. Mix – add the pasta and mix again. Taste and adjust seasonings.
9. Let simmer about 15-20 minutes - low heat.
10. Top with grated cheese and serve with garlic bread or hot Italian bread.
