Double Pasta e Fagioli
Loaded with veggies and beans, this traditional Italian dish is full of flavor and very nutritious! Hearty and comforting for those relaxing days lounging around!
Ingredients
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1 lb. lean ground beef
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1 lb. hot Italian sausage (no casing)
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2 cups chopped onions
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2 cups chopped carrots
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2 cups chopped celery
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4 cloves chopped garlic
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2 28oz. diced tomatoes
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1 28oz. tomato sauce
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1 can of beans each - red, white, dark
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1 24oz can of V8 juice
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2 tablespoon white vinegar
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6 cups chicken broth
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3 teaspoons garlic salt
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2 teaspoons oregano
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2 teaspoons basil
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1 teaspoon garlic pepper (or regular pepper)
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1 teaspoon thyme
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1/2 lb. Ditalini pasta
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Olive oil
Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 40 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour
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Yield: 8 servings
Directions
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in large pot over medium heat, crumble in both meats and cook, stirring occasionally until cooked through.
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Drain fat and transfer meat to a plate, set aside. Heat another tablespoon olive oil in same pot.
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Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic over medium-high heat until tender (5-6 mins.)
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Add chicken broth, cooked meat, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, V8, chicken broth, vinegar, and all herbs/spices and bring to a boil.
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Reduce to a medium-low heat, cover with lid, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 mins.
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Prepare ditalini pasta according to package directions; al dente.
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Add cooked and drained pasta to soup along with 1/2 cup of pasta water.
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Add all beans to pot.
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Allow to simmer for another 15 minutes.
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Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.