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Easy Bean & Pasta Soup: A 30-Minute Comfort Food Miracle

Easy bean & pasta soup
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A simple and hearty Italian-inspired bean and pasta soup, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans (or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup small pasta (ditalini, small shells, or elbow macaroni)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery (if using). Cook 5–7 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes and broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Stir in kidney beans and cannellini beans. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  5. Add pasta and simmer 8–10 minutes (or until pasta is tender), stirring occasionally.
  6. If using, stir in spinach/kale for the last 2 minutes until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan (and extra herbs if you like).

Notes

  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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