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Pasta e fagioli means "pasta and beans" in Italian—this recipe is much more than that! This hearty vegetarian stew is full of irresistible fresh flavor.

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Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

Pasta e fagioli means "pasta and beans" in Italian—this recipe is much more than that! This hearty vegetarian stew is full of irresistible fresh flavor.

Medium1 hr

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How to Make the Best Pasta e Fagioli
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Notes
Recipe adapted from my minestrone recipe, with reference to Bon Appétit (and their comments section!). *TOMATO RECOMMENDATION: I always use Muir Glen tomatoes, and used their fire-roasted crushed tomatoes since they don’t offer plain. MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use a small, sturdy, gluten-free noodle, such as a corn and quinoa blend.

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Garlic to Thinly Sliced

4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chopped by hand (see note)

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Acceptable

Source: Spaghetti Puttanesca (Spaghetti With Capers, Olives, and Anchovies)

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Garlic to Finely Chopped By Hand

4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chopped by hand (see note)

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Spaghetti Puttanesca (Spaghetti With Capers, Olives, and Anchovies)

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Yellow Onion to Leek

1 medium yellow onion or large leek, finely diced (about 8 ounces; 225g)

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Acceptable

Source: Caldo Verde (Portuguese Potato and Kale Soup With Sausage) Recipe

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Yellow Onion to Finely Diced

1 medium yellow onion or large leek, finely diced (about 8 ounces; 225g)

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Acceptable

Source: Caldo Verde (Portuguese Potato and Kale Soup With Sausage) Recipe

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Red Pepper Flakes to More to Taste

2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or more to taste

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Acceptable

Source: Sicilian Pizza With Pepperoni and Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Water to Milk

5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)

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Acceptable

Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta

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Water to Chicken Stock

5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta

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Water to Vegetable Stock

5 cups (1.2L) water, milk, or chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Smooth and Creamy Polenta

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Yellow Onion to White Onion

1 medium yellow or white onion, chopped

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Acceptable

Source: Best Lentil Soup

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Lemon Juice to Orange Juice

2 tablespoons lemon juice or orange juice

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Acceptable

Source: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

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Vegetable Broth to Water

2 cups vegetable broth or water

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Acceptable

Source: Homemade Vegetarian Chili

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Black Pepper to Cayenne Pepper

Optional spices: freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper and/or garlic powder

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Acceptable

Source: Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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Black Pepper to Garlic Powder

Optional spices: freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper and/or garlic powder

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Avocado Oil

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil

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Acceptable

Source: AIR FRYER CHICKEN BREAST

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Water to Broth

1 ½ cup water or broth

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Acceptable

Source: CILANTRO LIME RICE (CHIPOTLE COPYCAT)

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Parsley to Cilantro Leaves

¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro leaves

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Best Shakshuka

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Parsley to Basil

½ cup chopped fresh parsley or basil

Expected change: The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.

Acceptable

Source: Tortellini Soup

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Water to Milk

water or milk, for brushing

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Acceptable

Source: Fresh Apple Cinnamon Scones

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How to Make the Best Pasta e Fagioli

How do we turn basic ingredients into something magical?

The trick is in the method. You’ll find the full recipe below, but here’s a rundown with some extra reasoning behind it: First, we’ll cook chopped onion, celery and carrot in olive oil until tender.

How to Make the Best Pasta e Fagioli · raw_snapshot.article_sections[0] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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Pasta e Ceci Variation

Pasta e ceci means “pasta and chickpeas.” This dish is just the same as pasta e fagioli, but uses chickpeas specifically for the bean component.

Give it a try by making this recipe with chickpeas!

Pasta e Ceci Variation · raw_snapshot.article_sections[2] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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Craving more soups?

If you love this recipe, you’ll also enjoy: Classic Minestrone Soup The Best Lentil Soup Seriously Good Vegetable Soup Homemade Vegetarian Chili Quinoa Vegetable Soup with Kale Please let me know how your pasta e fagioli turns out in the co

I’m always so happy to hear from you.

Craving more soups? · raw_snapshot.article_sections[3] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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Notes

Recipe adapted from my minestrone recipe, with reference to Bon Appétit (and their comments section!). *TOMATO RECOMMENDATION: I always use Muir Glen tomatoes, and used their fire-roasted crushed tomatoes since they don’t offer plain.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use a small, sturdy, gluten-free noodle, such as a corn and quinoa blend. MAKE IT DAIRY FREE/VEGAN: Don’t add cheese.

Notes · raw_snapshot.article_sections[7] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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How to Make the Best Pasta e Fagioli

How do we turn basic ingredients into something magical?

The trick is in the method. You’ll find the full recipe below, but here’s a rundown with some extra reasoning behind it: First, we’ll cook chopped onion, celery and carrot in olive oil until tender.

How to Make the Best Pasta e Fagioli · raw_snapshot.article_sections[0] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

SourceContext note

Pasta e Ceci Variation

Pasta e ceci means “pasta and chickpeas.” This dish is just the same as pasta e fagioli, but uses chickpeas specifically for the bean component.

Give it a try by making this recipe with chickpeas!

Pasta e Ceci Variation · raw_snapshot.article_sections[2] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

SourceContext note

Craving more soups?

If you love this recipe, you’ll also enjoy: Classic Minestrone Soup The Best Lentil Soup Seriously Good Vegetable Soup Homemade Vegetarian Chili Quinoa Vegetable Soup with Kale Please let me know how your pasta e fagioli turns out in the co

I’m always so happy to hear from you.

Craving more soups? · raw_snapshot.article_sections[3] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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Notes

Recipe adapted from my minestrone recipe, with reference to Bon Appétit (and their comments section!). *TOMATO RECOMMENDATION: I always use Muir Glen tomatoes, and used their fire-roasted crushed tomatoes since they don’t offer plain.

MAKE IT GLUTEN FREE: Use a small, sturdy, gluten-free noodle, such as a corn and quinoa blend. MAKE IT DAIRY FREE/VEGAN: Don’t add cheese.

Notes · raw_snapshot.article_sections[7] · Pasta e Fagioli (Italian Pasta and Beans)

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