Crock Pot Pasta Fagioli

Dive into the warm, comforting embrace of Crock Pot Pasta Fagioli, a hearty Italian-inspired soup perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. This easy slow cooker recipe is loaded with tender ground beef, colorful vegetables, protein-packed beans, and perfectly al dente ditalini pasta, all simmered in a savory tomato and herb broth. The gentle, hands-off cooking process lets the flavors meld beautifully, while the addition of pasta near the end ensures perfect texture every time. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra layer of flavor. With simple ingredients and a prep time of just 20 minutes, this crock pot wonder is a crowd-pleaser that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a hungry family, this Pasta Fagioli is a must-try for your recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:420 mins

Total Time:440 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup dried ditalini pasta
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to the crock pot.

Step 2

Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic to the crock pot.

Step 3

Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, and beef broth.

Step 4

Stir in the kidney beans, great northern beans, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender and flavors are well combined.

Step 6

Thirty minutes before serving, add the ditalini pasta to the crock pot. Stir well and let it cook on HIGH until the pasta is tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3806.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2681.7

Total Fat 98.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 305.1mg	0%
Sodium 3541.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.2g	0%
Total Sugars 59.0g
Protein 151.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 735.1mg	0%
Iron 24.9mg	0%
Potassium 6245.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 46.3%