Craving the rich, hearty flavors of your favorite restaurant’s Pasta Fagioli Soup? This copycat recipe brings all the goodness of the classic Italian soup to your kitchen! Loaded with tender pasta, flavorful beans, seasoned ground beef, and fresh vegetables, this soup is a comforting meal that’s perfect for cold weather or when you need something warm and filling.
With its savory broth and blend of Italian herbs, this soup is packed with flavor and easy to make. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a simple salad for a satisfying meal that rivals the best restaurant versions. The best part? You can make a big batch and enjoy leftovers for days!
Let’s get cooking and savor the delicious flavors of this homemade Pasta Fagioli Soup!
Ingredients
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 can of cannellini beans, with the liquid
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 8 ounces of tomato sauce
- 14 ½ ounces chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup uncooked spinach pasta
How to Make Copycat Pasta Fagioli Soup
- In a large saucepan or dutch oven, heat the olive oil and add in the celery and onions
- Cook until onions are translucent
- Add in the seasonings and cook for 5 minutes
- Add the tomato sauce, the chicken broth and tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes
- Add pasta and cook for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente
- Add the can of beans with juice, stir to combine and heat through
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving
- Can be served with bread sticks or a crusty slice of bread.
- Pasta can also be cooked separately and placed in the bowl prior to the soup, this will prevent soggy mushy pasta in the leftovers.
- Serve with a sandwich, roasted vegetables or any type of salad.
Enjoy!