Description
The Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make soup features tender chicken sausage, nutrient-rich beans, and vibrant vegetables, all simmered in a savory broth. With a combination of spices and marinara sauce, it delivers a depth of flavor that will satisfy everyone at the dinner table. Perfect for cozy nights, family gatherings, or meal prep, this recipe is designed to be both nutritious and delightful. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients or sides. Enjoy a bowl of this warming Italian classic any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken sausage (no casing)
- 32 oz low sodium beef broth
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 large carrots
- 3 stalks celery
- 5 cloves garlic
- 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 over medium-high heat, crumble the chicken sausage and cook until fully browned.
- Add chopped onion, sliced carrots, and celery; sauté until tender. Stir in minced garlic for one more minute.
- Pour in beef broth along with tomato paste and marinara sauce; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta, red beans, and cannellini beans; cook on low until pasta is al dente (about 5 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper as desired before serving warm with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg