Name: Pasta e Fagioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp olive oil; 1 lb lean ground beef; 4 large carrots (peeled and diced); 3 stalks celery (diced); 1 medium onion (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 3 15 oz cans tomato sauce; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup beef broth; 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes; 1 15 oz can dark kidney beans (drained and rinsed); 1 15 oz can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed); 2 cups cooked ditalini pasta; 2 tsp balsamic or apple cider vinegar; 2 medium bay leaves; 2 tsp dry Italian seasoning; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; Fresh parsley for garnish; Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Description

Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup that beautifully marries pasta and beans in a savory broth, perfect for warming your soul on chilly nights. This hearty dish is not only flavorful but also nutritious, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep. With tender vegetables, well-seasoned meat, and the satisfying bite of ditalini pasta, every spoonful delivers comfort and satisfaction. Plus, it’s easily customizable to fit your taste preferences.

Ingredients

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3 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef
4 large carrots (peeled and diced)
3 stalks celery (diced)
1 medium onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 15 oz cans tomato sauce
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup beef broth
1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
1 15 oz can dark kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 15 oz can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
2 cups cooked ditalini pasta
2 tsp balsamic or apple cider vinegar
2 medium bay leaves
2 tsp dry Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
Fresh parsley for garnish
Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned; set aside.
Sauté diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic in the same pot until tender.
Stir in tomato sauce, vegetable broth, beef broth, diced tomatoes, drained beans, cooked beef, vinegar, bay leaves, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
Remove bay leaves and add cooked ditalini pasta. Let it simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley and grated cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Use homemade broth for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. Allow the soup to rest before serving; it improves the flavors.