Description
Indulge in the warmth of Pasta Fazool (Pasta e Fagioli), a comforting Italian dish that combines tender pasta and nutritious beans simmered in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this hearty one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients. With a delightful mix of ground beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, each bowl serves as a satisfying reminder of home-cooked goodness. You can customize it with your favorite veggies or beans, making it versatile for any occasion. Serve it warm with crusty bread or atop a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 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 pasta (I use ditalini)
- 15 ounces red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoons pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped finely)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, stirring until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- In the same pot, heat remaining olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken stock, tomato sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, Italian seasoning, cooked meat, and ditalini pasta.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cover to simmer for 15 minutes until pasta and vegetables are tender.
- Stir in drained kidney and cannellini beans; heat through for an additional few minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing different beans or incorporating leafy greens like spinach or kale. Adjust the seasoning to taste; fresh herbs can be added just before serving for an extra burst of flavor.