Ingredients

1/2 cup dried great northern beans
1/2 cup dried pinto bean
1/2 cup dried red beans
1/4 cup dehydrated onion
1/2 cup dehydrated mixed vegetables
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder or 2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules
1 1/2 1 1/2 cups bow tie pasta or 1 1/2 cups penne pasta , tied up in a little mesh bag
Pasta E Fagioli Mix, also known as pasta fazool, is an Italian-American soup that is hearty, comforting, and perfect for a cold day. This recipe uses a variety of dried beans along with dehydrated onions and mixed vegetables to create a flavorful and filling soup. The addition of pasta gives the soup a bit of texture and makes it even more satisfying. Serve with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Rinse and sort beans; soak overnight in water to cover.
2.Drain, add 8 cups of water and onion to beans.
3.Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour.
4.Add mixed veggies, garlic powder, bay leaf, basil, rosemary, salt, pepper and bouillon powder.
5.Return to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 additional hour or until veggies are tender.
6.Discard bay leaf and add the pasta in mesh bag to the soup.
7.Cook according to pasta package directions. Remove bag with pasta before serving.

PROS

Packed with protein and fiber, this soup is filling and satisfying.
It’s also a great vegetarian option that can be made with vegetable bouillon granules instead of chicken bouillon powder.

CONS

This recipe requires a bit of prep work with the soaking and sorting of the beans, but the end result is well worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The beans in this soup are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels and promote digestive health. Additionally, the mixed vegetables in the soup provide an array of vitamins and minerals.

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