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Pasta e Fagioli

Pasta e Fagioli
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Pasta e Fagioli is a comforting Italian-inspired soup that combines tender pasta and hearty beans simmered in a rich, savory broth. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, offering a balance of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. With its nutritious ingredients, you can feel good serving it to your loved ones. Customize it with your favorite beans and pasta shapes to make it your own. Enjoy a bowl of this wholesome soup topped with fresh herbs for an extra burst of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 large carrots (peeled and diced)
  • 3 stalks celery (diced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 15 oz cans tomato sauce
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can dark kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 15 oz can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 tsp balsamic or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 medium bay leaves
  • 1 Tbsp sugar (optional)
  • 2 tsp dry Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked ditalini pasta
  • Fresh parsley for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pot, leaving some drippings.
  2. Sauté carrots, celery, onion, and garlic in the drippings until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, both types of beans, the cooked beef, vinegar, bay leaves, and seasonings. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove bay leaves and add the cooked ditalini pasta. Mix well and let simmer on low for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.

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