Description
Discover the comforting warmth of Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta e Fagioli, a delightful twist on the classic Italian soup. This hearty dish combines tender pasta, creamy beans, and zesty chicken sausage in a rich, savory broth that’s perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends and family. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an array of vibrant flavors from fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a favorite. It’s not only satisfying but also versatile—feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your taste! Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and grated cheese for an unforgettable meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
- 1 lb spicy Italian chicken sausage (casings removed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 carrots (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup ditalini pasta (or any small pasta)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the chicken sausage before adding diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes along with chicken broth and water, adding Parmesan rind if using.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Add drained beans, ditalini pasta, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if desired), salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until pasta is cooked through. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and serve hot garnished with fresh parsley or basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, consider browning the sausage well. Adjust seasoning according to your preferences; more herbs can enhance the dish. Feel free to use turkey sausage for a lighter option or experiment with different small pastas.