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Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Pasta Fagioli Soup is the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Made with tender ditalini pasta, hearty beans, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato broth, this easy recipe is both filling and budget-friendly. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, a meal-prep option, or a satisfying soup to enjoy with crusty bread, this Pasta Fagioli delivers every time. With simple pantry staples and a short cooking time, it’s an Italian classic that’s easy to make at home!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta (or small elbow macaroni)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots, and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the pot and break it up with a spoon. Cook until fully browned, then drain any excess fat.
  3. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth. Stir to combine, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Simmer and Add Beans: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in the drained cannellini and kidney beans, letting them heat through.
  5. Cook the Pasta: In a separate pot, cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  6. Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pasta to individual serving bowls and ladle the hot soup over it. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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