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Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Barefoot Contessa Style)

Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Barefoot Contessa Style)
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Warm up with this comforting Pasta Fagioli Soup, a delightful one-pot meal that combines hearty ground beef, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables. Inspired by classic Italian flavors, this soup is perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying yet easy to prepare. With simple ingredients and quick cooking steps, you can create a flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Customize it with your favorite beans or veggies for a personal touch, and enjoy the wonderful aromas wafting through your kitchen. This soup not only nourishes but also brings everyone together at the table!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 medium)
  • 1 cup diced celery (about 3 stalks)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup water (plus more as needed)
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain excess fat.
  2. Add remaining olive oil; sauté onion, carrots, and celery until soft (about 6 minutes). Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
  3. Combine tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, water, sugar, and dried herbs in the pot. Return the beef and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  4. Cook ditalini pasta separately until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. Stir in the cooked pasta along with drained beans into the soup; simmer for another 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.

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