"Pasta e Fagioli is a classic Italian soup with ground beef, vegetables, cannellini beans, diced tomatoes and herbs. This soup is hearty, flavorful and can be a meal served with a side salad and crusty bread or a starter before an Italian meal...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup ditalini pasta
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2 Tablespoons olive oil {divided}
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1 pound ground beef
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup onion, chopped
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2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
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2 celery stalks, chopped
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6 cups vegetable broth {you can also use chicken broth}
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2-15 oz. cans diced tomatoes
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2-15 oz. cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
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1 bay leaf
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped