Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe, inspired by classic Italian cuisine. This hearty soup is a delightful blend of ground beef, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory broth, making it the perfect meal for lunch or dinner. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a family-friendly dish that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread for an extra touch. Plus, it’s excellent for meal prepping; the flavors deepen as it sits, making leftovers a treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 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 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
- Brown ground beef for about 3 to 5 minutes; drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté diced carrots, onion, celery, and minced garlic in the same pot for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Return beef to pot; add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta and seasonings; continue simmering for another 10 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Add fresh chopped basil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg