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Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup

Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe
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Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe, a timeless classic that brings a taste of Tuscany to your kitchen. This nourishing soup, brimming with hearty beans, tender pasta, and a rich tomato broth, is perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables or spices, it promises comfort in every spoonful. Whether you enjoy it fresh or as leftovers the next day, this flavorful dish is sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound mild or spicy ground turkey or chicken sausage (casings removed)
  • 1 large yellow onion (finely diced)
  • 3 medium carrots (finely diced)
  • 2 medium celery ribs (finely diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 can (16 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 3 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley (chopped)
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) dried pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (plus more for serving)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground turkey or chicken sausage for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked.
  2. Add diced onions, carrots, celery, rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Sauté for 6 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth along with cannellini beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, seasonings, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the pasta and continue simmering for 9–10 minutes until al dente.
  6. Discard bay leaves and fold in grated Parmigiano-Reggiano until melted.
  7. Adjust consistency with broth as needed and season to taste before serving.

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