Traditional Italian soup is easier to make than you think! All you need is a few ingredients including pasta and beans, and you’re on your way.

Pasta Fagioli Soup

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large stockpot. Add sausage to stockpot and cook, breaking up large pieces with a wooden spoon, until cooked through (165 degrees). Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables soften.

Add Great Northern beans, garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Cover and bring to a boil. Add dry pasta and cook 7 minutes, uncovered, or until pasta is al dente. Remove from heat.

Divide soup between 10 bowls. If desired, garnish with fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and/or fresh parsley.