Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe, a delightful one-pot dish that combines ground beef, hearty beans, and tender pasta in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. In just under 40 minutes, you can serve a satisfying meal that bursts with robust flavors. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or extra beans for an added nutritional boost. Enjoy this classic Italian soup that will surely become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 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 pasta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Remove beef with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- In the same pot, sautรฉ diced onion, carrots, and celery with salt and pepper for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, both types of beans, chicken stock, uncooked ditalini pasta, and cooked beef back to the pot. Season to taste.
- Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for about 5 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef with lentils or mushrooms and use vegetable broth. Experiment with different types of beans for varied textures.