Hearty Pasta And Bean Soup

Warm up with this Hearty Pasta and Bean Soup, a nourishing blend of ditalini pasta and creamy cannellini beans simmered in a flavorful tomato broth. Packed with aromatic vegetables and seasoned to perfection, this comforting dish is ideal for chilly nights or whenever you crave a heartwarming meal. Perfectly balanced with spices, each bowl delivers a satisfying taste and texture that will delight your family and friends. Plus, it's easy to whip up in just an hour!

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time40 mins

Total Time1 hr

Course: Main Course Cuisine: Italian-American Keyword: For added nutrition, toss in some fresh spinach or kale just before serving. For a protein boost, consider adding cooked sausage or chicken. Servings: Serves 6 bowls of soup Calories: 290kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely diced
2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
6 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup ditalini pasta
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (8-10 minutes).
Stir in minced garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute.
Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; mix in rinsed cannellini beans. Bring to a simmer.
Lower heat, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
Incorporate ditalini pasta; raise heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste; adjust consistency with more broth if needed.
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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