Red Bean Pasta Fagioli Recipe

Name: Red Bean Pasta Fagioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter (I use Smart Balance); 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 small onion, roughly chopped; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1 ham hocks or 2 slices country ham; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes; 1 cup dried dark red kidney beans, washed and drained; 2 bay leaves; 4 inches piece parmesan rind, more for garnish; 1/2 cup small pasta, Ditalini for example; 1 1/2 cups extra small pasta, I use Private Select Stars; 1/2 cup chopped frozen spinach; ground pepper; kosher salt; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons butter (I use Smart Balance)
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 small onion, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 ham hocks or 2 slices country ham
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup dried dark red kidney beans, washed and drained
2 bay leaves
4 inches piece parmesan rind, more for garnish
1/2 cup small pasta, Ditalini for example
1 1/2 cups extra small pasta, I use Private Select Stars
1/2 cup chopped frozen spinach
ground pepper
kosher salt
1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1
In a large stock pot, over medium heat, heat olive oil and butter. Add Ham and begin the rendering. Add onion, garlic, red pepper flakes and rosemary. Cook 2 minutes Add tomatoes and cook an additional 2 minutes Add beans, bay leaves and 2 quarts water. Cover and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 to 3 hours or until the beans are tender. Liquid should be reduced considerably. Remove ham and parmesan rind about half way through cooking. Remove bay leaves and then add Chicken broth and spinach, salt and pepper to taste then return to a boil. Uncovered add pasta and cook until aldente.
2
Serve topped with shaved parmesan on each bowl. Great served with a nice crusty bread!

1391

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 1/2 tablespoons butter (I use Smart Balance), 3 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 small onion, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Red Bean Pasta Fagioli falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Red Bean Pasta Fagioli

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