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Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup

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This Italian Pasta Fagioli Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines the rich flavors of a savory tomato broth with tender pasta and protein-packed beans. It’s the perfect meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, offering both comfort and nutrition in every bite. With ground turkey or chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a well-rounded dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey or chicken sausage
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3 medium carrots
  • 2 medium celery ribs
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can cannellini beans
  • 1 can red kidney beans
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup dried pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
  • Fresh herbs: rosemary and thyme

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey sausage, breaking it apart as it browns for about 4–5 minutes.
  2. Stir in diced onion, carrots, celery, rosemary, thyme, and parsley; sauté for approximately 6 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in low sodium chicken broth, cannellini beans, red kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in the pasta and simmer for another 9–10 minutes until al dente.
  6. Remove bay leaves before serving. Garnish with grated cheese if desired.

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