Description

Pasta Fagioli is a comforting one-pot soup that beautifully combines pasta and beans into a delightful dish, perfect for family dinners or meal prep. This recipe features ground beef, hearty vegetables, and a blend of spices, creating a rich broth that warms both the heart and soul. With quick preparation and simple ingredients, you’ll have a nourishing meal ready in no time. Customize it with your favorite herbs or toppings, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Whether served as a main course or starter, Pasta Fagioli is sure to satisfy every palate.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion (diced)
2 medium carrots (diced)
3 ribs celery (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
29 oz diced tomatoes
15 oz dark red kidney beans
15 oz cannellini beans
15 oz tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
8 oz Ditalini pasta

Instructions

In a large Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat for about 7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 10 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Incorporate the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, cannellini beans, tomato sauce, beef broth, dried basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 20 minutes.
While simmering, cook Ditalini pasta separately according to package instructions; drain when al dente.
Just before serving, stir the drained pasta into the soup and garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 790mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth. Feel free to add extra veggies like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.