Pasta e Fagioli
Basil-Garlic Croutons
Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) pkg chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery mix (or use 1 cup frozen seasoning blend)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 (14.5-oz) cans diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 2 (15-oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1½ cups ditalini
- 1 (6-oz) pkg baby spinach
- 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook onion mix in hot oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat 4 minutes, stirring often. Stir in broth, tomatoes, and beans; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer. Stir in pasta; cook 5 minutes.
- Gradually add spinach, stirring until wilted. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until pasta is tender. Top with cheese and Basil-Garlic Croutons recipe.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) French baguette (preferably multigrain)
- 1 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp basil paste
Side Dish Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut bread into cubes. Combine all ingredients; spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes or until browned.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
332
|
136
|
468
|
| Fat (g) | 8 | 5 | 13 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Protein (g) | 17 | 3 | 20 |
| Carb (g) | 47 | 19 | 66 |
| Fiber (g) | 9 | 2 | 11 |
| Sodium (mg) | 910 | 221 | 1131 |
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