Pasta Fagioli Soup

Okay version but not an authentic Pasta Fagioli soup, which basically beans and pasta.  This added chicken sausage, which should have been pre-cooked and chunked/ sliced up small prior to adding to soup.  As for any vegetables besides the beans, choice is in the maker hands, but I would use fresh tomates over canned any day, even cherry or grape tomatoes. Of course add as much garlic as you want, as some of us prefer it heavy and it is good for you.

Excellent! Added1/2 cup more pasta, 1 cup more broth, pressed garlic. Used johnsonville chicken sausage Italian style with cheese. Second time making and I am adding chopped fresh spinach

I made it exactly as written but wasn't a huge fan. However, it does have potential if I were to make a few tweaks to the recipe next time. If I made it again, here's what I would do: Use ground chicken sausage (if possible), as the sliced sausage felt a little "hot doggy" to me OR pay better attention to which chicken sausage I choose (it has a large effect on the overall flavor of the soup), use diced tomatoes rather than stewed (or slice the zucchini larger), add a little more chicken broth and a little bit more pasta.

My fiance is a bit of a connoisseur of soups. After he practically licked his bowl, he officially named me the soup queen. My good friend also loved it and said it was amazing. Keeping this recipe!

I also agree this was a bad name for this soup. Not even close to an Italian pasta with beans soup... And who ever thought fresh basil comes in a tube. should really look up the meaning of fresh... Happy New Year to all you new wanta bee cooks... keep trying!

Not really a review. This is truly NOT Pasta Fagioli... no matter what anyone says. People deserve to express their opinions.

This soup comes together fast. It's both hearty and healthy. Choose the sausage wisely, it has a big influence on the flavor.

This was so yummy and very easy too make loved it!

This is not Italian Pasta Figioli! Might be a lighter version but not something I would call my Italian favorite

Husband and I enjoyed this soup. Followed the recipe but used turkey sausage. Lots of flavor. A definite repeat.

This was really good and easy to make. Next time I'll add some chopped onion and garlic in with the sausage. Then maybe fresh herbs rather than dried. DH loved this, DD did not though - probably because of the zucchini. Served with a garden salad and hearty rolls. I will definitely make this again.

Soup was amazing! Loved by whole family, and they can be pretty picky with their own distinct preferences. I used garlic beef sausage instead of Santa Fe, and it really was good. I highly recommend this recipe. Filling, yet light.

After reading the review I tweak this is a bit. Added onion and garlic to meet when sautéed. The added 1 cup more broth. I used hot Italian sausage for a little kick fresh tomatoes plus the can. Because I added more broth I thought it needed more noodles and man this turned out terrific!! Warm crunchy bread and the meal was complete. Will make again and again as it was quick and simple to make but tasted oh so much than that!!!

This is a nice easy soup BUT it is nothing like real REAL ITALIAN PASTA FAGIOLI

I also added two cloves of garlic and 1/2 onion chopped fine.

My family loves this soup. I use turkey kielbasa instead of chicken sausage. I usually double the recipe since it seems to be eaten quickly. Sometimes I substitute the beans for whatever I have on hand and it still tastes great. It goes together very quickly. One of my favorite quick meals. Serve with a fabulous loaf of bread.

My husband and 18 month old loved this soup. I did add onion and garlic at the saute stage, and sauteed the zuchinni to make sure it was soft enough for my daughter. With some crusty cheesey bread it was a great quick and easy meal! Done in 30 minutes start to finish.

This is a good soup overall although it is misnamed. I added an extra 1/2 cup of broth and have used various flavors of chicken sausage when making this. It is an easy to make soup and tastes really good. Don't rate it low just because it isn't authentic "pasta fagioli"--read the recipe and see if it sounds good to you. For the reviewer who said she has been cooking Italian for 45 years and studied in Rome--shouldn't you already have some great recipe for this soup? Why would you even make this one and then be upset about it if you have all this great experience you wrote about? Something tells me you aren't as smart and authoritative as you think you are.

Definetly not Pasta FagioIi but who cares. I made this and everyone went crazy, however, as a cook I tweaked it. I added 4 cups of broth,a can of cannelli beans( half drained) increased pasta to one cup and used turkey Italian sausage and Parmigiano...magnifico

I agree with Don---this is a disgrace to the REAL Pasta Fagioli --this is Sasuage Soup...

I really don't think so and having cooked ITALIAN for 45 years and studied in ROME this is a complete aberration of a great soup, nice try

I doubled this recipe and added some chopped onion and some garlic and it was delicious! My friends were over for lunch the next day and I served heaping bowls with crusy bread.My husband was disappointed that he only got one bowl! Oh well I guess I'll make it again soon.

Pretty Good. I had cajun adouille on hand so I used that instead of the sausage. I increased the broth a bit which was perfect I think. Also had shaved parm on hand instead of asiago. I might try white beans next time but otherwise it was good. The 1/2 c pasta did end up being plenty. Served with hot french bread. Will make again.

While I can't comment on its authenticity, it tastes great and it came together quickly. My boyfriend initially thought the half cup of pasta wouldn't be enough, but it cooked up very nicely. I'm looking forward to the leftovers tomorrow. I served this with crusty whole wheat bread to keep to the high fiber theme. :)

GREAT SOUP! I used cajun pork sausage and pinto beans, and this was delightful...spicy, but delicious...great for a rainy day...quick dinner or hearty lunch.

this was one of the worst Fagioli soups i have ever eaten. Canned Minestrone soup added would have been better than the fresh zucchinni and stewed toms.

This is the absolute best soup we have eaten ever! I made it for dinner and served it with warm whole grain bread. The only change I made was to use fresh Oregano and Basil (the kinds in the tube) - 1 tablespoon each.

Yum Yum and super easy!