How to Make Pasta Fazool (Pasta e Fagioli) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pasta e Fagioli, also known as Pasta Fazool, is a traditional Italian dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This hearty and comforting meal is a staple in Italian cuisine, and it's easy to see why. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, Pasta e Fagioli is the perfect choice for a family dinner or a cozy night in.

What sets Pasta e Fagioli apart from other pasta dishes is its unique combination of pasta, beans, and a flavorful broth. This dish is a celebration of simplicit...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 ounces sweet bulk Italian sausage
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • ½ yellow onion, chopped
  • ¾ cup dry elbow macaroni
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 3 cups chicken broth, or more as needed, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups chopped Swiss chard
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini (white kidney) beans, drained
  • ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus additional for serving, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced celery and chopped onion. Cook until onions are translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add dry pasta; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste until evenly distributed, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in 3 cups broth; increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Stir in red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium and let simmer, stirring often, for about 5 minutes. Add more broth if needed.
  • Place chopped chard in a bowl. Cover with cold water and rinse leaves; any grit will fall to the bottom of the bowl. Transfer chard to a colander to drain briefly; add to soup. Cook and stir until leaves wilt, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in white beans; continue cooking and stirring until pasta is tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in grated cheese. Serve topped with additional grated cheese.
  • Nutrition

    888 cal.

    • Total Fat: 44g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 4200mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 265mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1088mg