Nonna's Pasta Fagioli

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:01:48 GMT

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On the stove-top, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

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Cook and stir the ground beef in the skillet until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes.

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Drain the skillet, discard the grease, and set the meat aside.

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In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.

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Sauté the carrot, celery, and onion until the vegetables are softened, about 5-10 minutes.

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Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

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Add the tomato-vegetable juice, chicken broth, parsley, basil, oregano, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

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Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.

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Cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions, in salted water, until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly.

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Stir the cannellini beans and cooked beef into the broth and cook while stirring until heated through, for about 10 minutes.

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Add pasta to your preferred serving bowls and ladle the soup on top.

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Serve!

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