One-Pot Pasta Fagioli Recipe

Introduction

A steaming bowl of Pasta Fagioli is the essence of Italian comfort food—hearty, cozy, and brimming with rustic flavor. This One-Pot Pasta Fagioli Recipe makes enjoying this beloved classic incredibly easy and cleanup even easier. A single pot delivers the savory goodness of tender beans, pasta, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious tomato broth in under an hour, making it a reliable choice for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.

Why Make This One-Pot Pasta Fagioli?

This one-pot wonder stands out thanks to its foolproof, no-fuss process—everything simmers together, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in a heartwarming, thick soup that rivals your favorite Italian restaurant. The flexibility to swap ingredients based on season or pantry stash keeps this meal approachable, adaptable, and deeply satisfying. Plus, everyone loves a dish that feels both nourishing and indulgent.

Building Flavor with Simple Ingredients

This recipe starts with a vibrant base of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery. Using a tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper streamlines prep for fast, even chopping, ensuring vegetables cook at the same rate. A touch of garlic adds depth, while tomatoes and stock create a savory foundation. Canned beans lend both creaminess and body, finishing with a handful of small pasta for the classic Pasta Fagioli texture.

Your Easy One-Pot Method

You won’t need a mountain of pots and pans for this dish—just a sturdy Dutch oven or soup pot. After softening your vegetables, everything gets simmered together. The pasta cooks right in the pot, absorbing all the savory broth flavors along the way.

When it’s time to mash some beans for extra creaminess, a tool like the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher ensures you easily achieve the perfect consistency in the pot, no separate bowls required.

Finishing Touches and Serving Suggestions

Once your Pasta Fagioli is thick and bubbling, finishing touches make all the difference. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with parmesan, and serve with a slice of crusty bread. Leftovers reheat beautifully and store well in airtight containers like the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers—ideal for meal prepping or next-day lunches.

Ready to eat on the go? Pack a portion into a Bentgo Salad Container to keep your soup fresh and spill-free wherever your day takes you.

Nutrition and Serving Size

Yielding about 6 hearty servings, this One-Pot Pasta Fagioli delivers a balanced, filling meal. With beans providing plant-based protein, veggies for fiber, and comfort from the pasta, each serving is satisfying while keeping calories in check—usually around 320-360 calories per bowl, depending on your pasta shape and toppings.

One-Pot Pasta Fagioli Recipe Recap

This recipe merges traditional Italian flavors with weeknight convenience—no excessive dishes, no guesswork, just a soul-warming meal that fits into your schedule and satisfies all year round.

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. For even, fast chopping, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using), and sauté for another minute.
3. Pour in the tomatoes and broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the beans. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
4. With the soup simmering, use the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to mash about half of the beans directly in the pot, helping thicken the soup while leaving plenty of whole beans for texture.
5. Add the pasta and stir well. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, 8–12 minutes. Add more broth or water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
6. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls, finish with a swirl of olive oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan and herbs.
7. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers or take to-go in a Bentgo Salad Container.

Prep and Cook Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Conclusion

This vibrant, one-pot Pasta Fagioli recipe embodies Italian home cooking—warm, nourishing, and always delicious. By keeping both preparation and cleanup simple, it encourages you to enjoy homemade comfort food, even on the busiest evenings.