Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Soup
“I’ve made this at least 20 times in the past year and it never disappoints!”
If you’re looking for a comforting slow cooker soup that’s filling, affordable, and incredibly easy, this Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli Soup deserves a spot on your regular dinner rotation. Inspired by the classic Italian favorite, this pasta and bean soup combines tender pasta, protein-rich beans, savory ground meat, and vegetables in a rich tomato-based broth.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or cozy winter dinners, this crockpot Pasta e Fagioli is one of those recipes you can set and forget while your home fills with the most inviting aroma.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli:
Easy slow cooker recipe minimal prep, hands-off cooking
Budget-friendly family meal made with pantry staples
High in protein & fiber thanks to beans and lean meat
Perfect for meal prep reheats beautifully
Comfort food for cold weather warm, hearty, and satisfying
Servings: 6–8
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup ditalini pasta
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese & fresh parsley (optional, for serving)
Directions:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
Add the cooked meat to the slow cooker, along with onion, garlic, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and broth.
Stir in oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the ditalini pasta and continue cooking until tender.
Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Variations & Pro Tips:
Vegetarian Pasta e Fagioli: Skip the meat and use vegetable broth.
Extra kid-friendly: Add more pasta and cheese for a creamier texture.
Boost the veggies: Stir in spinach or zucchini near the end.
Spicy version: Use spicy Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
What to Serve With Pasta e Fagioli:
This hearty Italian soup pairs perfectly with:
Crusty bread or garlic bread
A fresh green salad
Simple roasted vegetables
