Well, hello there, my food-loving friends! Now, don’t you just love the taste of a hearty Italian dish? That mouthwatering combo of pasta, beans, and tomatoes sends your taste-buds dancing! If you’re nodding in agreement, then buckle up, ‘cause today I’m sharing my secret recipe for an easy-peasy, slow-cooked Pasta e Fagioli.
Just like grandma used to say, Good food comes to those who wait. So, switch on your trusty slow cooker, and let’s dive straight into this savory treat. First off your shopping list should include ground beef, canned diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, white beans, and a mix of your favorite pasta.
Roll up your sleeves and in a pan, brown the beef – just until it’s not pink anymore. Here’s a little nugget of culinary wisdom for ya: don’t go overboard on the browning or else you’ll lose that juicy tenderness we all love. As for the slow cooker, it’s high time it gets to join the party. Toss in those diced tomatoes you’ve got, both bean types, pasta, and your beautifully browned beef.
Seriously though, could it get any easier? At this point, all you’ve got to do is cross your arms, kick back and let your slow cooker do its magic. The tantalizing aroma filling the house would get your stomach growling, an undeniable promise of the feast that lies ahead!
I promise you try it once and you’ll be hooked! So, what are you waiting for folks? Gather your loved ones, dust off that crockpot and start cooking up a storm with this foolproof Pasta e Fagioli recipe! It’s time for slow-cooked, flavoured to perfection, comfort food that Mama herself would be proud of! Bon appétit!
Let’s Get To Work!
– Gather your ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef, 2 cans diced tomatoes, 1 can red kidney beans (drained), 1 can white beans (drained), 1 cup pasta of your choice, and salt and pepper to taste.
– In a pan, brown the ground beef until there’s no pink left. Remember not to overcook to maintain tenderness.
– Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.
– Add the diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, and white beans to the slow cooker.
– Also, throw in the pasta, salt, and pepper.
– Cover the slow cooker and cook on a low setting for about 6-8 hours or on a high setting for 4 hours until pasta is tender.
– Check the pasta for doneness, then stir well before serving.
– Season with more salt and pepper if needed.
– Ladle into bowls and serve hot with a sprinkle of grating cheese if you like.
– Enjoy your homemade, slow-cooked Pasta e Fagioli!
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