From Family Circle

Fagioli refers to beans in general, which are a favorite ingredient in Tuscan cooking, and an easy way to add protein to a pasta recipe without adding more meat.

Pasta Fagioli with Sausage

From Fine Cooking Magazine

This Italian soup--which has as many variations as there are cooks--is chock full of pasta, beans, and vegetables, making it a hearty one-dish meal.

Pasta e Fagioli