Description
Indulge in the warmth and satisfaction of this Italian Pasta Fagioli recipe, a classic comfort food that embodies heartiness in every bite. Made with tender ground beef, nutritious beans, and delightful pasta, all simmered in a rich tomato broth, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also a perfect option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that will please everyone at the table. With its versatility in ingredients and easy one-pot preparation, this Italian bean soup is sure to become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup uncooked ditalini
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
- Grated Parmesan for garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef; cook until browned. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning; cook until aromatic.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, both types of beans, chicken stock, uncooked ditalini pasta, and cooked beef back into the pot.
- Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out the beans or pasta shapes based on your pantry staples. For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and substitute with vegetable broth.