Description
Delicious Pasta e Fagioli is a hearty and comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table in just 45 minutes. This easy-to-make Italian soup combines tender pasta with protein-rich beans and savory ground beef, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With the option to customize with your favorite vegetables and spices, this nutritious meal is sure to please everyone at the dinner table. Plus, itβs great for leftovers, as the flavors deepen overnight, allowing you to enjoy even more deliciousness the next day.
Ingredients
- 1β1/2 Tsp Olive Oil
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 6 Oz Onion, Chopped
- 7 Oz Carrots, Slivered
- 7 Oz Celery, Diced
- 24 Oz Canned Diced Tomatoes
- 2 Cups Red Kidney Beans, Cooked
- 2 Cups White Kidney Beans, Cooked
- 44 Oz Beef Stock
- 1β1/2 Tsp Oregano
- 1β1/4 Tsp Fresh Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley
- 1 Tsp Tabasco-Type Hot Sauce
- 24 Oz Marinara Sauce
- 4 Oz Dry Small Pasta (Shells, Elbows, Ditalini, Or Other)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- Stir in chopped onion, slivered carrots, and diced celery; sautΓ© for about 5 minutes.
- Add canned diced tomatoes and stir well.
- Incorporate cooked red kidney beans and white kidney beans into the pot.
- Pour in beef stock and season with oregano and black pepper, stirring to combine.
- Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Mix in fresh parsley and hot sauce before adding marinara sauce.
- Cook small pasta separately according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Combine pasta with soup; simmer for an additional 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. Add seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. For a spicier kick, include red pepper flakes when serving.