Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe
Savor the flavors of Italy with this delightful Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe. This rich, hearty soup is a perfect blend of tender pasta and nutritious beans simmered in a savory broth. Ideal for satisfying lunches, comforting starters, or a standalone meal, this recipe is sure to impress your family and guests alike. With its quick preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can whip up a delicious and nutritious dish that will warm hearts and bellies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately eight servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- 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 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned (3 to 5 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Sauté carrots, onion, celery, and garlic in the same pot for about 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato sauce along with the browned beef.
- Add chicken broth and both types of beans; mix well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Incorporate ditalini pasta along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for an additional 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg