Description
This comforting and flavorful Pasta Fagioli Soup is an easy-to-make meal perfect for warming up any day. Packed with hearty white beans, savory smoked turkey, fresh vegetables, and tender pasta in a creamy broth, it delivers a nutritious and satisfying bowl that is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights. With simple pantry staples and versatile options, this Italian-inspired soup is ready in under an hour and easily customized to suit your taste and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced smoked turkey
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 3/4 cup small pasta shapes (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
Herbs and Seasonings
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal), for topping
- Fresh basil leaves
- Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. This builds the flavor foundation for your soup.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic, fresh rosemary, and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes without browning, allowing the aromas and essential oils to release.
- Incorporate Smoked Turkey and Tomatoes: Add diced smoked turkey and canned diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes so the flavors meld.
- Pour in Broth and Beans: Pour vegetable broth into the pot along with rinsed white beans. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to develop depth of flavor.
- Cook the Pasta: Add pasta carefully to the simmering soup. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Final Seasoning: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove rosemary and thyme stems if they are whole. Stir the soup well before serving.
Notes
- Use dried rosemary and thyme if fresh are not available; reduce quantity to about one-third.
- To keep pasta from overcooking in leftovers, cook pasta separately and add it to bowls when serving.
- Wait to add salt at the end, especially if broth or beans contain sodium.
- Rinse canned beans to reduce excess salt and lighten the soup.
- The soup tastes better the next day as flavors continue to develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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