Best Easy Sagne e Fagioli Recipe

Rough-cut pasta ribbons in a hearty bean soup from central-southern Italy. This vegetarian mediterranean classic is high in protein and fiber, supporting a healthy calorie deficit.

Cook 65 min Difficulty NORMAL 355 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • dried cannellini beans 1 cup
  • yellow onion 1 pieces
  • celery stalk 1 pieces
  • carrot 1 pieces
  • garlic cloves 2 cloves
  • all-purpose flour 1.5 cups
  • extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • water 6 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • fresh rosemary 1 tbsp
  • tomato paste 2 tbsp
  • salt 1.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • crushed red pepper flakes 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 53 g 60%
Protein 17 g 19%
Fat 7 g 18%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Soak the dried cannellini beans overnight in water, then drain before starting.

  2. 2

    In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion, celery, carrot, and garlic with olive oil until softened and aromatic, about 7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the drained beans, freshly chopped rosemary, and tomato paste; stir to coat and toast until the tomato deepens in color, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in 6 cups of water, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook over low heat for 60–75 minutes, or until beans are creamy but still hold shape.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, make the sagne: Combine flour with a pinch of salt, gradually add warm water to form a soft dough, knead until smooth (5–7 minutes). Let rest, then roll out to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into rough ribbons.

  6. 6

    Remove about 1/3 of the cooked beans and mash them, then return to the pot for added creamy texture.

  7. 7

    Bring the soup to a gentle boil, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the sagne pasta ribbons and simmer uncovered, stirring gently, until pasta is al dente (about 10–12 minutes).

  8. 8

    Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and more rosemary if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What are the essential ingredients that define the flavor of Sagne e Fagioli?
The signature character of Sagne e Fagioli comes from cannellini beans, aromatic soffritto (onion, celery, carrot, garlic), and fresh rosemary, all simmered together with hearty homemade pasta ribbons. Tomato paste and olive oil add body and richness—the combination creates a rustic, comforting soup that highlights both the earthiness of beans and the fresh Italian herbs.
Q. What cooking technique is most important for getting the best flavor and texture?
Gently sautéing the vegetables in olive oil helps develop aromatic depth as a base for the soup. Simmering the beans over low heat allows them to become creamy without falling apart. Mashing a portion of the beans before adding the pasta thickens the soup naturally, while making fresh sagne pasta and cooking it directly in the soup ensures perfect absorption of flavors and a silky texture.
Q. How do I prevent the pasta from overcooking or the beans from turning mushy?
Watch the timing carefully: only add the rough-cut sagne pasta when the beans are fully cooked and creamy. Simmer gently and stir occasionally, tasting the pasta frequently after the 8-minute mark to catch the 'just al dente' moment. Avoid boiling vigorously once the pasta is added, as this can break up both beans and ribbons.
Q. What is the nutrition profile per serving for this recipe?
Each 350g serving of this Sagne e Fagioli provides about 355 kcal, with 53g carbohydrates (60% of calories), 17g protein (19%), and 7g fat (18%). It's a high-protein vegetarian dish—balanced in macronutrients and supportive of a healthy calorie deficit.
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