Bean And Barley Soup (Minestra Di Fagioli) Recipe

Name: Bean And Barley Soup (Minestra Di Fagioli) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 c. dry borlotti beans soaked 8 hrs, liquid removed and rinsed; 1 med potato roughly minced; 1 med onion roughly minced; 1 x celery stalk roughly minced; 1 sm carrot roughly minced; 1 x fresh bay leaf; 2 x fresh sage leaves; 1 x fresh rosemary sprig; 4 sprg Italian parsley; 1 x garlic clove; 1/2 c. pearl barley; 1/4 lb pancetta or possibly slab bacon finely minced Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3/4 c. dry borlotti beans soaked 8 hrs, liquid removed and rinsed
1 med potato roughly minced
1 med onion roughly minced
1 x celery stalk roughly minced
1 sm carrot roughly minced
1 x fresh bay leaf
2 x fresh sage leaves
1 x fresh rosemary sprig
4 sprg Italian parsley
1 x garlic clove
1/2 c. pearl barley
1/4 lb pancetta or possibly slab bacon finely minced Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil

1
In a large stock pot, combine the beans, vegetables, herbs, garlic, and 1 qt 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/fry pan with the pancetta, and pepper to taste.
4
Cover with 1 qt of water and bring to a boil.
5
Add in the barley to the bean soup and cook for 1 more hour, till the barley is very tender.
6
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste.
7
Drizzle individual portions with extra virgin olive oil.
8
This recipe yields 6 servings.

315

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. dry borlotti beans soaked 8 hrs, liquid removed and rinsed, 1 med potato roughly minced, 1 med onion roughly minced, 1 x celery stalk roughly minced, and more.

Yes, Bean And Barley Soup (Minestra Di Fagioli) Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!