Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe
Warm and comforting, the Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup Dutch Oven Recipe is a hearty option that brings the flavors of Italian cuisine right to your kitchen. This satisfying dish combines tender ground beef, nutritious beans, and flavorful vegetables in a rich broth, making it perfect for any meal occasion—whether as a quick lunch or a cozy dinner. The blend of ingredients creates a delightful experience that will leave you craving more. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste preferences!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- 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; drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced carrots, onion, celery, and minced garlic in the same pot until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, rinsed beans, and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add ditalini pasta and seasonings; simmer for an additional 10 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg