Description
Easy Pasta e Fagioli is a heartwarming Italian soup that combines the richness of tender pasta, savory ground beef, and wholesome beans with an array of fresh vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this delightful dish is easy to prepare and sure to satisfy. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that bursts with flavor and is customizable to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re enjoying it on a weeknight or serving it at a cozy dinner party, this Easy Pasta e Fagioli will quickly become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 14 oz can red kidney beans, drained
- 1 14 oz can cannellini beans, drained
- 3 sticks celery, chopped finely
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled & chopped finely
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Ditalini pasta (to preference)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a soup pot over medium-high heat until cooked through.
- Add chopped onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic; sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, drained beans, chicken broth, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add uncooked ditalini pasta; simmer until pasta is tender (15-20 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg