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Creamy Tomato & Bean Soup with Ditalini

A comforting and quick tomato soup made creamy with white beans, enriched with small pasta, perfect for a cozy weeknight.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Creamy Tomato & Bean Soup with Ditalini

When you need a warm hug in a bowl, this Creamy Tomato & Bean Soup with Ditalini is just the ticket! It's a delightful twist on classic tomato soup, made extra hearty and comforting with creamy white beans and tiny ditalini pasta. This simple, flavorful soup comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight meal that's sure to please everyone.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup ditalini pasta
  • ½ cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and basil; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in the ditalini pasta. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.

  4. Step 4

    Remove the soup from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or basil, and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.

Tips

  • For a thicker soup, you can blend about half of the beans with a little broth before adding them to the pot.
  • Leftovers are great! The pasta will absorb more liquid, so you might want to add a splash more broth or cream when reheating.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for a truly classic pairing.

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