Spicy Pasta Fagioli Recipe

Ingredients for Spicy Pasta Fagioli

• Olive Oil
• Garlic Cloves
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• Chicken Broth
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Ditalini
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• Cannellini Beans
• 3 ounces thinly sliced capicola
• Salt And Pepper
• Grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)

How to Make Spicy Pasta Fagioli

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
3. Stir in 4 cups of vegetable broth, 1 cup of water, 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Add 1 cup of ditalini pasta (or your favorite small pasta) and 1/2 cup of chopped carrots.
6. Reduce heat to low, simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is almost cooked through.
7. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of cannellini beans (drained and rinsed), 3 ounces of thinly sliced capicola (adjust to your spice preference), 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper (start with less and add more to taste).
8. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through and the flavors have melded.
9. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese and crusty garlic bread.