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White Pasta e Fagioli

Soul-Warming White Pasta e Fagioli for Cozy Evenings

Enjoy a warm bowl of White Pasta e Fagioli, featuring tender white beans, crispy pancetta, and hearty potatoes in a savory broth, perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 oz Pancetta Or substitute with bacon or Canadian bacon
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used as an alternative
  • 2 stalks Celery Fennel can be an alternative
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 3 cups Cannellini Beans White kidney beans or navy beans are suitable
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes Yukon Gold potatoes work well too
  • 1 piece Parmesan Rind Use grated parmesan if needed
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be an alternative
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta Substitute with small pasta like tubetti
  • 1 tsp White Pepper Black pepper can be used
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Basil or cilantro can provide different flavors
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Flavored olive oils can enhance depth

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • mini food processor
  • Pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat over medium heat and add diced pancetta. Sauté for about 5–8 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Remove the pancetta, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add diced yellow onion, sliced celery, and minced garlic to the hot fat in the Dutch oven. Cook for about 8 minutes until they soften and turn fragrant.
  3. Using a mini food processor, puree one can of cannellini beans until smooth and creamy. Drain the other two cans and set them aside.
  4. Add the pureed beans, whole cannellini beans, diced russet potatoes, and a parmesan rind to the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. In a separate pot of salted water, cook ditalini pasta until al dente, about 7–9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  6. Remove the parmesan rind after simmering. Adjust the broth's consistency by adding more vegetable broth if necessary. Stir in the cooked ditalini pasta and crispy pancetta, warming through for about 2–3 minutes.
  7. Taste and season with salt and white pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, grated parmesan, and extra virgin olive oil. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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