Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sicilian Pasta e Beans: A Cosy Winter Favourite
Learn how to make the traditional Sicilian pasta e fagioli, a wholesome and flavourful vegetarian dish that’s perfect for warming you up on chilly days.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 250g short pasta (ditalini, tubetti or broken pieces)
- ✓ 300g cooked and drained borlotti or cannellini beans
- ✓ 2 garlic cloves
- ✓ 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ 200g peeled tomatoes
- ✓ A small bunch of fresh parsley
- ✓ Salt to taste
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
A timeless classic from Sicily’s rustic kitchen, pasta e fagioli is the epitome of simple, authentic flavours. Creamy, fragrant and nourishing, this dish is ideal for those who appreciate honest, hearty fare. Every spoonful speaks of Sicilian family homes, where beans were the star ingredient in wholesome, comforting meals.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Gently fry the garlic cloves in a pan with the extra virgin olive oil until golden.
- 2
Add the peeled tomatoes and a little chopped parsley, then simmer gently for 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the cooked beans with a ladle of hot water, allowing the flavours to meld for another 10 minutes.
- 4
Pour the pasta straight into the pan with the beans, adding boiling water gradually to cook it through, much like making a risotto.
- 5
Once the pasta is creamy and cooked al dente, season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Turn off the heat, drizzle with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle over more fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a little extra warmth, add a pinch of chilli flakes or top your pasta e fagioli with toasted breadcrumbs for a rustic crunch. If you prefer a thicker texture, mash some of the beans before stirring in the pasta.
📦 Storage
- • Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of water or stock to restore that lovely creamy consistency.
🍷 Pairing
Serve this lovely dish with a glass of Faro red wine. Its elegant, harmonious notes perfectly complement the beans and tomatoes, bringing out all their delicate, lingering flavours.
Give this heartwarming Sicilian classic a go at home – it’s simple, satisfying and a comforting hug in a bowl. Perfect for sharing with family and friends over a cosy evening, it’s sure to become a firm favourite in your recipe collection.
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