Best Easy Minestra di Pasta e Patate Recipe

Pasta and potatoes simmered into a thick, creamy Neapolitan soup is southern Italian comfort. A vegetarian mediterranean dish that's healthy, budget-friendly, and beloved by the whole family.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 380 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Yukon Gold potatoes 3 pieces
  • Yellow onion 1 pieces
  • Celery stalk 1 pieces
  • Carrot 1 pieces
  • Ditalini or small pasta 1.5 cups
  • Canned cannellini beans (drained) 1 cups
  • Extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • Vegetable broth 5 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Kosher salt 1.5 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • Fresh rosemary 1 tsp
  • Fresh parsley (chopped) 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 64 g 67%
Protein 12 g 13%
Fat 8 g 19%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, and carrot; sauté for 5 minutes until tender and fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add diced potatoes and stir to coat with the aromatics. Cook for 3 minutes, allowing the potatoes to begin softening.

  3. 3

    Pour in the vegetable broth, add kosher salt, black pepper, and rosemary. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Partially cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, until potatoes start to break down.

  4. 4

    Stir in the cannellini beans. Using a potato masher, gently mash some of the potatoes and beans in the pot to thicken the soup base.

  5. 5

    Add the ditalini pasta. Maintain a low simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is al dente and the soup is creamy.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed. Stir in chopped parsley just before serving. Ladle into bowls and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Potatoes are the centerpiece of Minestra di Pasta e Patate, giving the soup its signature creamy texture and comforting body. Combined with pasta, they form the heart of this classic Neapolitan dish.
Q. What cooking step is most important for authentic flavor?
Properly sautéing the onion, celery, and carrot in extra-virgin olive oil at medium heat is key. This step develops a deep savory base that anchors the soup's traditional taste.
Q. How do you prevent the soup from becoming gummy or sticky?
Keeping the soup at a gentle simmer and stirring the pasta occasionally prevents the starch from the potatoes and pasta from clumping. Avoid overcooking the pasta—stop when it's just al dente for ideal texture.
Q. How many calories are in one serving and what’s the main nutrient profile?
One serving contains about 380 kcal, with approximately 64g carbohydrates (67% of calories), 12g protein (13%), and 8g fat (19%). This makes it a filling, predominantly carb-based but balanced vegetarian soup.
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