Pearl Pasta e Fagioli Soup
with Toasted Panko & Parmesan
- Wheat
- Milk
This soul-warming vegetarian soup is the culinary equivalent of a cozy blanket. It’s chock full of goodness, with earthy cannellini beans (aka fagioli), springy couscous (aka pearl pasta), and tender carrot, celery, and scallions, in a savory tomato broth with a pinch of chili flakes. Top with a sprinkle of nutty Parmesan and crisp toasted breadcrumbs, and you’ve got an ideal dinner or lunch! Get ready to wrap yourself in this meal that’s as satisfying and comforting as it is delicious.
Ingredients
3 clove
Garlic
2 unit
Scallions
6 ounce
Carrots
2.5 ounce
Celery
1 unit
Tomato Paste
13.76 ounce
Crushed Tomatoes
1 unit
Cannellini Beans
2 unit
Veggie Stock Concentrate
1 teaspoon
Chili Flakes
2.5 ounce
Israeli Couscous
(Contains: Wheat)
¼ cup
Panko Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Wheat)
3 tablespoon
Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
Salt
Pepper
1 teaspoon
Olive Oil
1 teaspoon
Cooking Oil
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• Wash and dry produce. • Peel and mince garlic. Thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens. Peel and dice carrots into ¼-inch pieces. Dice celery into ¼-inch pieces.
• In a large pot, heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and scallion whites; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add carrots and celery; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, 2-3 minutes. • Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beans and their liquid, stock concentrates, 2 cups water (4 cups for 4 servings), a pinch of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cook, scraping any browned bits from bottom of pot, until flavors meld, 6-8 minutes.
• Add couscous to soup; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until couscous is tender and soup has thickened slightly, 6-8 minutes. • Meanwhile, in a medium pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add panko and a pinch of salt and pepper; cook, stirring, until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. TIP: Watch carefully to avoid burning.
• Divide soup between bowls. Top with Parmesan, toasted panko, scallion greens, and a pinch of pepper to taste. Serve.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many enjoyed the hearty, tomato-based taste; some found it bland and added Italian seasoning for depth 🍲.
- Ease of prep: Simple to make, though some noted vegetables needed longer cooking time than suggested.
- Suggestions: Consider adding Italian sausage, extra herbs, or vegetables like zucchini for more flavor and substance.
- Leftovers: Soup thickens overnight; add broth when reheating for desired consistency.
- Texture: Some preferred traditional pasta over couscous; others loved the pearl pasta's unique texture.
- Spice: Use chili flakes sparingly; many found even a small amount too spicy.
