Savory Pasta Fagioli
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Savory Pasta Fagioli—a hearty soup brimming with a medley of vegetables, beans, and aromatic spices. It is sure to please the whole crowd.
Print TRADITIONAL Recipe
Servings: 8
INGREDIENTS
Vegetables
- Drizzle Olive Oil
- 1 Large Yellow Onion
- 4-6 Ribs Celery
- 1 Bag Baby Carrots (16 oz bag) (16 oz)
- 1 Large Zucchini
Spices
- 3 Bay Leaf
- 2 tsp Dried Basil
- 2 tsp Oregano
- 2 tsp Thyme
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
Remaining Soup Ingredients
- 1 Can Italian Diced Tomatoes (Large, 28 oz)
- 2 Can Cannellini Beans (15 oz)
- 2 Can Kidney Beans (15 oz)
- 2+ Cartons Vegetable Broth Carton (32 oz ea)
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
Separately Prepare
- 1 Pkg Ditalini Noodles (16 oz)
Optional
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare Veggies
- Heat a drizzle of oil in an 8 qt stockpot over medium heat.Drizzle Olive Oil
- Dice onions and add to the pot.1 Large Yellow Onion
- Chop celery, carrots, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces, adding them to the pot one by one. Mix well after incorporating each ingredient.4-6 Ribs Celery, 1 Bag Baby Carrots (16 oz bag), 1 Large Zucchini
- Cook down about 5 more minutes, until onions are translucent.
Add Spices
- Add all spices and mix well.3 Bay Leaf, 2 tsp Dried Basil, 2 tsp Oregano, 2 tsp Thyme, 2 tsp Salt, 1 tsp Black Pepper, 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- Cook another 2-3 minutes, stirring often.
Add Remaining Soup Ingredients
- Add tomatoes.1 Can Italian Diced Tomatoes (Large, 28 oz)
- Drain & rinse beans and add to the pot. Mix well.2 Can Cannellini Beans (15 oz), 2 Can Kidney Beans (15 oz)
- Add vegetable broth to the desired consistency.2+ Cartons Vegetable Broth Carton (32 oz ea)
- Add tomato paste and mix well.2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- Bring to a low boil, then simmer for about 1 hour, stirring often.
While Soup is Simmering
- Taste and add more seasonings to preference; more salt is likely needed.
- SEPARATELY PREPARE NOODLES according to package instructions, set aside - do not add to soup.1 Pkg Ditalini Noodles
- IF DESIRED, SEPARATELY PREPARE PLANT-BASED SAUSAGE according to package instructions, set aside.1 Pkg Plant Based Sausage (of choice)
To Serve
- Combine noodles and plant-based sausage in a bowl and top with soup.
- Salt & pepper to taste, add fresh basil (if available), and sprinkle on Nutritional Yeast (if desired).