Momma Maglione’s Easy Pasta Fagioli

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Momma Maglione's Easy Pasta Fagioli - A Simple and Satisfying Italian Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

321

Sugar

Fat

10g

Pasta fagioli is a popular Italian soup that is hearty, comforting and bursting with flavors. The dish goes back to the Roman Empire and was cooked by peasants using simple ingredients that were found in their pantries. Pasta fagioli reflects Italian culture because of its simplicity and the use of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Momma Maglione's Easy Pasta Fagioli is a classic version of this beloved dish that is delicious, hearty and satisfying. The addition of pasta and beans helps to make it a complete meal that can be served year-round.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2.	Pour in the can of tomato sauce, followed by the same amount of water. Add the cannellini beans and crushed pepper, stirring to combine.
3.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the flavors have developed.
4.	Add the ditalini pasta and continue to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the pasta is fully cooked.
5.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is inexpensive, simple and easy to make with common ingredients.
It can be a one-pot meal and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
The pasta fagioli can be customized easily, and various vegetables like spinach, carrots or celery can be added to make it more nutritious.
It can also be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to eat.

CONS

This dish can be high in carbohydrates and sodium since pasta is the primary ingredient.
It may not be ideal for those following a low-carb or low-sodium diet.
Additionally, the recipe calls for canned tomato sauce, which can contain preservatives, sodium and added sugar.
It may not be suitable for people with allergies to tomatoes or legumes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein and fiber from the cannellini beans and carbohydrates from the pasta. The garlic may provide some health benefits, such as boosting the immune system, regulating blood sugar levels, and improving heart health.

	4 -6 garlic cloves , chopped
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	1 can tomato sauce
	1 can water
	14 1/2 ounces cannellini beans
	1 pinch crushed pepper
	8 ounces ditalini ( you can substitute elbow macaroni )