One Pot Pasta e Fagioli
"Pasta e Fagioli is an Italian stew made from pasta and beans. It is a hearty and comforting dish made in one pot that is so delicious and ready in 30 minutes! It requires few ingredients and minimal prep. particularly love this dish because it is something that I always use to have as a kid. Moreover, it’s just so delicious and comforting I can’t get enough of it! It is so good, the ingredients are cheap and readily available. Plus, you make everything in the same pot so you don’t have to clean up! This dish is my ultimate comfort food and the perfect and easy weeknight dinner. Pasta e Fagioli means pasta and beans. It is made up of broth, short shaped pasta, beans, vegetables, tomatoes and herbs. It makes up a very balanced meal as it contains carbohydrates, protein, fibre and vitamins. It is also low in fats. Pasta e Fagioli is the perfect recipe for fall and winter or for whenever you’re craving something so cosy and good for you! It is perfect for everyone, even kids will love it, making it the perfect family meal."
Serves2 people
Preparation Time10 min
Cooking Time15 min
Cooking MethodSkillet
Ingredients
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 sprig of rosemary
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 5 tablespoon tomato sauce
- 240 gram cooked borlotti beans
- 500 milliliter vegetable stock
- 200 gram short pasta
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Sauté whole garlic, fresh rosemary shallot and carrot in some olive oil until soft.
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Then add tomato sauce, mix and add half of the cooked beans. Now add vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
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Add your pasta and make sure it’s submerged. Add more if it absorbs too much. Cook for 10–12 minutes (check the package). When the pasta is all Add your pasta and make sure it’s submerged. Add more if it absorbs too much. Cook for 10–12 minutes (check the package). When the pasta is al dente turn the heat on high so some of the water evaporates (it should not be too much like a soup, but it should be creamy)
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At this point add the blended beans and mix to combine. Remove whole garlic and rosemary. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve, top with vegan parmesan and enjoy!