Pasta Fagioli (Pasta Fazool)

I love this soup!,,,I made this vegetarian, but you can add a pound of ground beef for a heartier version!,,,I also used Ditalini pasta but you could use small shells,,,or any other pasta you want for that matter! This is a great dish topped with grated parmesan cheese,,,Enjoy!

 

 

 

INGREDIENTS

 

2 T olive oil

1 small onion (diced)

2 carrots diced

3 celery ribs diced

1 32 0z box Chicken, Beef or Vegetable broth

2- 14 1/2 oz cans petite diced tomatoes

1 can kidney beans (drained

1 can cannellini beans (drained)

1 cup dry ditalini pasta (cooked al dente)

1 t dry ground thyme

salt and pepper

parmesan cheese

 

 

DIRECTIONS

 

saute onion carrot and celery in olive oil until soft

( if adding beef add now until browned)

add broth and tomatoes

then the spices

bring to boil then let simmer about 20-25 minutes

stir in the beans and cooked pasta

let it cook for about 10 more minutes

add more salt and pepper if needed to your taste

serve with grated parmesan cheese