Bean and Barley Soup: Minestra di Fagioli Recipe

Name: Bean and Barley Soup: Minestra di Fagioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup dried borlotti beans, soaked for 8 hours, drained and rinsed; 1 medium potato, roughly chopped; 1 medium onion, roughly chopped; 1 celery stalk, roughly chopped; 1 small carrot, roughly chopped; 1 fresh bay leaf; 2 fresh sage leaves; 1 fresh rosemary sprig; 4 sprigs Italian parsley; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 cup pearl barley; 1/4 pound pancetta or slab bacon, finely chopped; Salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3/4 cup dried borlotti beans, soaked for 8 hours, drained and rinsed
1 medium potato, roughly chopped
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 celery stalk, roughly chopped
1 small carrot, roughly chopped
1 fresh bay leaf
2 fresh sage leaves
1 fresh rosemary sprig
4 sprigs Italian parsley
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup pearl barley
1/4 pound pancetta or slab bacon, finely chopped
Salt and pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
In a large stock pot, combine the beans, vegetables, herbs, garlic, and 1 quart water.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook, covered, over very low heat for 1 hour.
3
Meanwhile, rinse the barley and place in a large saute pan with the pancetta, and pepper to taste.
4
Cover with 1 quart of water and bring to a boil.
5
Add the barley to the bean soup and cook for 1 more hour, until the barley is very tender.
6
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
7
Drizzle individual portions with olive oil.

415

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup dried borlotti beans, soaked for 8 hours, drained and rinsed, 1 medium potato, roughly chopped, 1 medium onion, roughly chopped, 1 celery stalk, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Bean and Barley Soup: Minestra di Fagioli falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bean and Barley Soup: Minestra di Fagioli

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions