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.

Onion Gravy Rich and Savory Caramelized Onion Gravy Ingredients: 2 large onions, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups beef or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper to taste Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish) Directions: In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir continuously for 2 minutes to cook the flour and create a roux. Gradually whisk in the broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, then simmer the gravy, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, roast meats, or vegetables. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #oniongravy #caramelizedonions #comfortfood #homemadegravy #richflavors #easyrecipes #roastdinner #savorysauce #classicgravy #soulfood #thickgravy #dinnerideas #foodlover #slowcooked #meatlover #vegetarianoption #soulfoodrecipes #flavorboost #weeknightmeals #homemadecooking 🧅🍽️ Elevate your roast dinner with this rich, homemade Onion Gravy! Caramelized onions bring deep flavor that’s perfect for cozy meals.