Three-Bean Pasta E Fagioli Recipe

Name: Three-Bean Pasta E Fagioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 -4 celery ribs, from the heart, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 carrot, peeled and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 stems fresh rosemary; 1 bay leaf (fresh or dried); salt; pepper; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans; 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas; 3 cups chicken stock; 1 cup mini penne rigate or 1 cup ditalini; 1/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds on an angle; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 lemon, juice of; fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (a handful); grated pecorino romano cheese, for topping

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 -4 celery ribs, from the heart, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 stems fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf (fresh or dried)
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
3 cups chicken stock
1 cup mini penne rigate or 1 cup ditalini
1/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds on an angle
1 lemon, zest of
1 lemon, juice of
fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (a handful)
grated pecorino romano cheese, for topping

1
Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium to med-high heat.
2
Add in the celery, onions, carrot, garlic, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper and saute for 7-8 minutes to soften the vegetables.
3
Stir in the tomato paste, cannellini beans, and chickpeas for 1 minute.
4
Add the stock and 3 cups water, cover and bring to a boil.
5
Add in the pasta and simmer in the soup for 5 minutes, then add the green beans and simmer together for 3-4 minutes, until the pasta is al dente and the beans are cooked through.
6
Turn off the heat and add the juice and zest of the lemon and parsley; adjust the salt and pepper.
7
Discard the bay leaf.
8
Serve in shallow bowls and sprinkle cheese on top.

632

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 -4 celery ribs, from the heart, chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 carrot, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Three-Bean Pasta E 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.

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Three-Bean Pasta E Fagioli

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