Description
Pasta Fazool (Pasta e Fagioli) is a comforting Italian soup that combines the heartiness of pasta and beans with vibrant vegetables, creating a meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. This one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, showcasing bold flavors that everyone will enjoy. With minimal cleanup and easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip up this delightful recipe in no time. Plus, it’s a great way to use pantry staples while delivering a healthy dose of protein and fiber. Serve it as a main course or as an inviting starter; either way, Pasta Fazool will warm your heart and fill your belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups tomato sauce
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 15 ounces fire roasted tomatoes (do not drain)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
- 15 ounces red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped finely)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove meat and drain excess fat.
- In the same pot, add another 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return the cooked meat to the pot; add chicken stock, tomato sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and ditalini pasta. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in drained kidney beans and cannellini beans; heat through for an additional few minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg