Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of our Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe. This nourishing soup brings together tender ground beef, wholesome beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables for a delightful bowl of goodness. Perfect as a meal on its own or as a starter, it’s easy to prepare and can be made in various cooking methods to suit your schedule. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings while delivering on taste and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 15 oz can Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 oz can Kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 2 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced carrots, onion, celery, and minced garlic in the same pot for 3 to 4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Return beef to the pot and stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and chicken broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer again for 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in chopped fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg