Pasta con Fagioli

Pasta con Fagioli is a hearty and comforting Italian dish made with pasta and beans, perfect for a nutritious vegetarian breakfast. This simple yet flavorful recipe brings together wholesome ingredients for a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

• Pasta (small shapes like ditalini) - 100 grams
• Canned cannellini beans - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) - for serving

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and dried oregano, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add the cannellini beans and pasta, and cook according to pasta package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes) until the pasta is al dente.
4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more broth or water to achieve your desired consistency.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from beans and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.

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