# @iheartveggies on Instagram - **Type:** Image - **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CzbXVZ3u7cG - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/9802228-iheartveggies-instagram - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/e678465a52.jpg - **Posted:** 2023-11-09T13:49:58.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** Liz Thomson | Food Blogger (@iheartveggies) β€” https://gondola.cc/iheartveggies ## Caption Ok I need to tell you the secret to this delicious pasta e fagoli. BEANS. I mean, obviously there are beans in the soup πŸ˜‚ but blending additional beans into the broth makes it super rich and creamy. It’s such a great way to add a little extra protein and fiber into the soup and the texture is unbeatable. 😍 . Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onions, diced 3 carrots, peeled and diced 3 celery ribs, diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 (15oz) cans cannellini beans, rinsed, divided 1 cup water 2 tablespoons tomato paste 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 4 cups vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups (6oz) ditalini other small pasta 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated (1/2 cup), plus extra for serving Instructions Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add onions, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened about 10-12 minutes. While the vegetables cook, blend 1 can of beans and water in a blender or food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds. Set aside. In the pot with the vegetables, add tomato paste, garlic, oregano, and pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in broth, remaining can of beans, and pureed bean mixture. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. While the soup is simmering, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. Once the pasta is al dente, drain and add the pasta to the soup. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and top with Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper flakes. . #soupseason #soupnight #soup ## Stats - **Views:** 0 - **Likes:** 938 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 35 ## Tags soupnight, soupseason, soup --- Copyright (c) Gondola