Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup – A Cozy One-Pot Italian Classic 🍲🇮🇹

Before we dive into this soul-warming bowl of comfort, I just want to say—thank you for being here. If you’re someone who finds joy in a hearty meal, made with simple ingredients and a whole lot of love, then you’re in the right place.

This Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup is one of those recipes that feels like a hug in a bowl. It’s nourishing, filling, rich in flavor, and best of all—it’s all made in one pot. Fewer dishes, more time at the table. Win-win!

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What is Pasta Fagioli?

Pasta e Fagioli (pronounced pah-sta eh fah-joh-lee or fazool if you ask an Italian-American grandma!) means “pasta and beans” in Italian. It’s a rustic, affordable dish that was born out of humble kitchen staples—but don’t let that simplicity fool you. The flavor? Anything but boring!!

A base of tomatoes, broth, aromatics, beans, and pasta, seasoned with fragrant Italian herbs, transforms into a deeply satisfying soup that keeps you coming back for seconds. And thirds.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ❤️ Hearty and satisfying – perfect for chilly days

• 🥣 All-in-one-pot convenience

• ⏱ Quick to make – 30 minutes from start to finish

• 🌱 Naturally nutritious with fiber-rich beans and veggies

• 💰 Budget-friendly ingredients you probably already have

What Does Pasta Fagioli Taste Like?

It’s warm, savory, and incredibly rich with Italian flavor. You’ll taste the earthiness of the beans, the sweet acidity of tomatoes, the savory depth from garlic and broth, and a bit of spice from the red pepper flakes. And the pasta? It soaks up every bit of it. Mamma mia, it’s good.

Health Benefits of Pasta Fagioli

Not only does this soup satisfy cravings, it also:

• Supports digestive health with fiber from beans and veggies

• Delivers plant-based protein

• Offers antioxidants from tomatoes and garlic

• Keeps you full and energized

• Is easy to make low-sodium or vegetarian

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped

• 1 can cannellini beans, with liquid

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tsp dried parsley

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional but amazing!)

• 8 oz tomato sauce

• 14.5 oz chicken broth (or veggie broth for vegetarian)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 cup uncooked spinach pasta (or any small pasta shape)

Tools You’ll Need

• Large saucepan or Dutch oven

• Wooden spoon

• Sharp knife & cutting board

• Can opener

• Grater (for parmesan, optional but encouraged!)

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

Mix it up with what you have:

• Swap cannellini beans for great northern beans or kidney beans

• Use regular pasta if spinach pasta isn’t on hand

• Add chopped zucchini or carrots for extra veggies

• Make it vegetarian by using vegetable broth

• Want more protein? Add cooked Italian sausage or shredded chicken

How to Make Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup – Step-by-Step

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