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Pasta Fagioli Soup

This Borlotti Bean & Pasta Soup is thick, creamy, full of flavour, and makes a delicious quick and easy anytime meal.

Cook Time
mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 343 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer , Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove minced fresh garlic
  • 1 prig rosemary
  • 2 grams (or 5 ounce) can borlotti beans and the liquid do not rinse the beans
  • 1 cup small pasta any type will do
  • 1 cup warm water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan Cheese for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a small saucepan, add the oil, garlic and rosemary*. Turn the heat on to medium and soften the garlic till it starts to soften and change colour (don't let it brown).
  2. Add ¾ of the can of beans, reserving the rest of the beans and water for later.
  3. Heat the beans through and then mash them with a fork.
  4. Add 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt, then bring to a boil.
  5. Add the pasta and boil till it is cooked (see cooking time on the pasta packet).
  6. Add the remaining beans and liquid from the tin. Heat through and serve with some grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

  • Follow my  Tips for Storing Herbs to ensure you always have rosemary on hand.
  • Tips for Storing Herbs
  • to ensure you always have rosemary on hand.
  • *In a saucepan, add the oil, garlic and rosemary before turning on the heat so they warm slowly, releasing their oils, and to prevent burning.
  • Adjust the amount of water according to the type of pasta used and how thick you like your soup.

Nutrition Information

Calories 343kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 14mg (1%) Potassium 167mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343

% Daily Value*

Calories 343kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 14mg 1%
Potassium 167mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.