Hearty Pasta Fagioli Soup (Gluten-Free) Recipe
This hearty Gluten-Free Pasta Fagioli Soup combines ground beef, cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, and gluten-free pasta in a flavorful broth seasoned with oregano, basil, and garlic. It’s a comforting, protein-packed Italian-inspired soup that’s perfect for a cozy meal and caters to gluten-free diets with optional adaptations for paleo and AIP preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried oregano (divided)
- 2 tsp dried basil (divided)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ white onion, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Tomatoes and Beans
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (see notes for AIP)
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce (see notes for AIP)
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (see note for paleo/AIP)
Liquids and Others
- 5 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 cup gluten-free elbow pasta (cassava pasta can be used for paleo/AIP)
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large dutch oven or stockpot, add the ground beef and crumble it while cooking until browned. Lightly season with salt, pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp dried basil. Once browned, set the beef aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Using the same pot, add olive oil and then the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes or until the vegetables are fork-tender. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add Tomatoes, Beans, and Broth: Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and rinsed cannellini beans. Add 1 tbsp white wine vinegar and the remaining oregano and basil. Add the cooked ground beef back to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in the uncooked gluten-free pasta thoroughly. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until the pasta is tender but not mushy.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and nutritional yeast if using for a cheesy flavor. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- For AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) diet, choose compliant canned tomatoes and tomato sauce or substitute with fresh pureed tomatoes.
- For Paleo/AIP variations, substitute cannellini beans with paleo-friendly beans or omit.
- Use cassava pasta or other grain-free gluten-free pasta options for paleo or AIP compliance.
- Nutritional yeast is optional and adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.
Keywords: Pasta Fagioli Soup, Gluten-Free Soup, Italian Soup, Ground Beef Soup, Cannellini Beans, Hearty Soup
