Hearty Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Delight
Experience the warmth of Fall with this Hearty Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Delight! This super easy recipe creates a rich and hearty soup that is loaded with fresh vegetables, savory beans, and ground turkey for a wholesome twist. Perfectly seasoned with aromatic herbs, this dish simmers until every flavor melds beautifully, making it a comforting meal for gatherings or busy weekdays. Serve it warm with crusty bread for a fulfilling experience that the whole family will love!
8
Servings
275
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil
1 (tablespoon)
Lean ground turkey
1 (lb)
Carrots
2 (diced)
Celery ribs
4 (diced)
Medium onion
1 (diced)
Crushed tomatoes
28 (ounces)
Chicken broth
2 (14.5 ounce cans)
Bay leaves
2 (whole)
Dried oregano
1 (teaspoon)
Dried basil
1 (teaspoon)
Dried thyme
1/2 (teaspoon)
Salt
1 (teaspoon)
Black pepper
1/4 (teaspoon)
Cannellini beans
1 (15 ounce can, drained and rinsed)
Red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce can, drained and rinsed)
Ditalini pasta
1 (cup, uncooked)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula until no longer pink.
2
Transfer the browned ground turkey to the slow cooker.
3
Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker with the ground turkey.
4
Stir to combine all ingredients until well mixed.
5
Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
6
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the rinsed cannellini beans, red kidney beans, and uncooked ditalini pasta.
7
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Discard bay leaves before serving.
8
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately while hot, preferably with crusty bread.
Nutrition Information
3.75g
Fat
27.5g
Carbs
22.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Delight?
It is a rich and comforting Italian-style soup featuring ground turkey, fresh vegetables, savory beans, and pasta, slow-cooked to meld aromatic flavors.
How long does it take to cook on the low setting?
The soup should be cooked on low for 7 to 8 hours.
Can I cook this recipe on high heat?
Yes, you can cook the soup on high for 3 to 4 hours.
What kind of meat is used in this recipe?
This recipe uses one pound of lean ground turkey.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 275 calories.
What types of beans are included in the soup?
The recipe calls for one 15-ounce can of cannellini beans and one 15-ounce can of red kidney beans.
When should I add the pasta to the slow cooker?
The uncooked ditalini pasta should be added about 30 minutes before serving.
What specific pasta shape is recommended?
Ditalini pasta is used for this recipe.
Do I need to brown the turkey before slow cooking?
Yes, you should brown the ground turkey in a skillet with olive oil until it is no longer pink before adding it to the slow cooker.
What vegetables are included in the ingredients?
The soup includes diced carrots, celery ribs, and a medium onion.
What herbs and spices season this dish?
The recipe is seasoned with dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What type of broth is required?
The recipe requires two 14.5-ounce cans of chicken broth.
Is olive oil used in this recipe?
Yes, one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil is used to cook the ground turkey.
What type of tomato product is used?
The recipe uses 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes.
Do I need to rinse the beans?
Yes, both the cannellini and kidney beans should be drained and rinsed before being added to the pot.
Should I remove the bay leaves before eating?
Yes, discard the bay leaves before serving the soup.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 22.5 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 3.75 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 27.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the best way to serve this soup?
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately while hot, preferably with crusty bread.
Is this a good recipe for fall?
Yes, it is specifically described as a way to experience the warmth of Fall.
Can I adjust the salt and pepper levels?
Yes, after cooking, you should taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Is the pasta cooked before it goes into the slow cooker?
No, you add the ditalini pasta uncooked.
How many celery ribs are needed?
The recipe calls for 4 diced celery ribs.
How many carrots should I dice?
You will need 2 diced carrots.
Can I use a medium onion for this recipe?
Yes, one medium diced onion is the recommended amount.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy, wholesome vegetable and turkey soup.
How much dried oregano is used?
The recipe uses one teaspoon of dried oregano.
Can I substitute the ground turkey?
While turkey is used for a wholesome twist, you could substitute other ground meats, though nutritional facts will vary.