How to Make Bean & Pasta Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bean & Pasta Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for chilly nights or when you’re craving a wholesome and satisfying meal. This recipe combines the heartiness of beans, the comforting texture of pasta, and the flavorful essence of various vegetables and seasonings to create a soup that is both delicious and nutritious.

Made with a combination of beans such as cannellini, kidney, or navy beans, this soup is a great source of protein and fiber, making it both filling and...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 envelope dry vegetable soup mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
  • ¼ cup uncooked star-shaped pasta

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Crumble ground beef into pot and cook, stirring frequently, until well browned. Remove meat, leaving excess oil in pot.
  • Cook onion and garlic in oil over medium-high heat until translucent. Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, vegetable soup mix, and water. Reduce heat, and simmer 40 minutes.
  • Add pasta stars, cover, and simmer 20 minutes more, or until pasta is tender. You may add more water at any time to adjust consistency.
  • Nutrition

    213 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 459mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 290mg