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zuppa di fagioli

Zuppa di Fagioli

Zuppa di Fagioli is a hearty, classic Italian bean soup. With tender cannellini beans, aromatic vegetables, and a fragrant rosemary broth, this rustic dish is comforting, nourishing, and full of authentic Italian flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 Servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked cannellini beans or 1 can, drained
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  2. Add beans, vegetable broth, and rosemary. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until beans are tender and flavors meld.
  3. Remove rosemary sprig, taste, and season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Serve hot with crusty bread or crostini.

Notes

Serve with toasted crostini or crusty bread to soak up the broth. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil for richness. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino Romano for added flavor. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary. Pair with a light green salad and a glass of red wine for a traditional Italian meal.