PASTA FAGIOLI

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"This traditional pasta and white bean soup is an Italian classic. Be sure to cook the pasta until just al dente. Keeping it a bit chewy or "toothsome" insures it maintains a low glycemic index (description courtsey of Dr. Weil's Optimal Eating Plan)." This is from the wonderful recipe collection of Dr. Weil. I highly recommend all of this dishes but especially this classic!

Provided by Petite Mommy

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup small dried white bean
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
10 cups water or 10 cups vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 cup small shell pasta (orzo or small shells)
salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
additional extra virgin olive oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash the beans. In a large pot, cover them with cold water. Soak for 6-8 hours. Drain into a colander.
  • In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, add the onion and garlic, and saute until soft.
  • Add the beans and water or stock. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, add the rosemary, and simmer 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
  • Raise heat to high, add the pasta, and cook until al dente.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper, garnish with the chopped parsey. Serve accompanied by grated Parmesan cheese and the optional extra-virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 203.2, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 1.7, Protein 12.6

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