Description

Pasta Fazool (Pasta e Fagioli) is a hearty and comforting one-pot meal that combines ground beef with a medley of beans, vegetables, and flavorful spices. This delightful dish is not only easy to prepare but also uses pantry staples, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With rich flavors and satisfying textures, Pasta Fazool warms the soul and pleases everyone at the table. Perfectly paired with crusty bread or garnished with fresh herbs, this nutritious dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons olive oil
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
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 cup dry pasta (ditalini)
15 ounces red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped finely

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Remove and drain excess fat.
In the same pot, add remaining olive oil and sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add chicken stock, tomato sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, Italian seasoning, cooked meat, and ditalini pasta; stir well.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
Stir in both types of beans and cook for an additional few minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main
Method: One-pot cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with mushrooms or lentils and use vegetable broth. Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.