Pasta Fagioli Hearty Italian Pasta and Bean Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley or basil for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the oregano and basil and cook for 1 minute. Add the diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to let flavors meld. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: Approximately 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #pastafagioli #italiansoup #beanrecipes #comfortfood #heartymeals #souprecipes #homemade #easyrecipes #italianfood #pasta #healthyrecipes #vegetarianoption #mealprep #winterwarmers #familymeals #soupseason #onepotmeal #dinnerideas #vegetarianfriendly #tastysoup Warm your soul with this classic Pasta Fagioli — a hearty Italian soup loaded with beans, pasta, and veggies! Perfect for cozy dinners.