Bacon-Infused Pasta Fagioli Soup

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Bacon-Infused Pasta Fagioli Soup warms up your table with a hearty Italian classic that brings together the rich flavors of crispy bacon, tender beans, and al dente pasta in a comforting broth. This non-vegetarian dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With its robust flavor profile, it’s ideal for pairing with crusty bread or a fresh salad.

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Overview

This savory bacon pasta fagioli soup is a delightful Italian classic that combines the rich flavors of bacon, beans, and pasta in a hearty broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup is both comforting and satisfying, garnished with grated Romano cheese for an extra touch of flavor.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 29 Ounces (oz) can diced tomatoes
• 2 14.5 Ounces (oz) cans chicken broth
• 2 14 Ounces (oz) cans Great Northern beans
• 3 Cups (cup) water
• 1 14 Ounces (oz) can spinach, drained
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) can tomato sauce
• 8 Slices bacon, crumbled
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garlic, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) parsley, dried
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) pepper, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) basil, dried
• 0.5 Pounds (lb) pasta
• 0.5 Cups (cup) Romano cheese, grated

Steps

1. In a large stockpot, combine the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Great Northern beans, water, spinach, tomato sauce, crumbled bacon, minced garlic, dried parsley, salt, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and dried basil.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 40 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. After 40 minutes, add the pasta to the pot. Cook the soup uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender yet firm to the bite.
4. Ladle the soup into individual bowls and sprinkle with grated Romano cheese before serving. Enjoy your savory bacon pasta fagioli soup!

Enjoy your homemade bacon-infused pasta fagioli soup!