Description
Pasta Fagioli Soup is a heartwarming and nourishing dish that blends tender beef, wholesome vegetables, and savory beans in a rich tomato broth. This comforting Italian classic is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, delivering robust flavors and satisfying textures in every spoonful. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can tailor this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the delightful combination of fresh veggies, pasta, and herbs that make this soup not just a meal but an experience to savor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 ½ cups chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 2 ½ cups tomato sauce
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (15 oz)
- 1 cup uncooked gluten-free small pasta (like ditalini or elbows)
- 2 cans beans (dark red kidney and cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat from the pot and set the beef aside. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pot, then sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Return the beef to the pot along with Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, water, and crushed tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Cook gluten-free pasta separately according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir cooked pasta and drained beans into the soup; adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Serve warm with freshly chopped parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to add extra vegetables like zucchini or spinach for added nutrition. You can substitute turkey or chicken for the beef if desired. For a vegetarian version, omit meat entirely and add more beans or lentils.