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Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Barefoot Contessa Style)

Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Barefoot Contessa Style)

Pasta Fagioli Soup Recipe (Barefoot Contessa Style) is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dining table. This hearty dish combines lean ground beef, wholesome beans, and vibrant vegetables, all simmered in a rich tomato broth with delightful Italian herbs. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this one-pot meal is not only filling but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for cooks of any skill level. Whether enjoyed fresh or as leftovers, this soup gets even better with time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Dive into a bowl of this classic Italian comfort food that promises to keep you coming back for more!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cans tomato sauce
  • 2 cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1 can dark red kidney beans
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and brown the ground beef; drain excess fat.
  2. Add remaining olive oil and sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery until soft. Stir in minced garlic.
  3. Mix in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, water, sugar, and herbs. Return the beef to the pot and season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
  4. Cook ditalini pasta separately until al dente; drain.
  5. Add cooked pasta and beans to the soup; simmer for an additional two minutes before serving.
  6. Stir in minced parsley just before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Customize with your favorite vegetables or different types of beans for variety. Letting the soup sit enhances its flavors—consider making it a day ahead for even better results.

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