Description
Nona’s Authentic Pasta Fagioli Soup is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of Italian comfort food. This family recipe can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Rich in flavors from wholesome ingredients like cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and tender turkey, each bowl offers a delightful experience that warms both the body and the soul. Perfect as a standalone meal or paired with crusty bread, this soup is not only delicious but also nutritious. Enjoy a taste of tradition that brings family and friends together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes
- 48 oz chicken broth
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) cannellini beans
- 4 oz imported turkey slices, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb box ditalini pasta
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Cook ditalini pasta in salted water until al dente (about 6-7 minutes), then drain.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for one minute.
- Stir in diced turkey slices and cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Add cannellini beans with their juice and bring to a low boil.
- Pulse canned tomatoes in a food processor to break them up, then add to the pot along with chicken broth.
- Season with ground pepper to taste and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated cheese and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg