Description
Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli is a hearty and comforting Italian soup that’s perfect for any occasion. This delicious dish blends ground beef, nutritious beans, and vibrant vegetables in a rich broth, making it a wholesome choice for family dinners or cozy nights at home. In just under an hour, you can savor this flavorful soup, which is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to create your own twist on this classic recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini)
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; break it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes and both types of beans; mix well.
- Pour in beef broth and stir to combine.
- Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add pasta until tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving; ladle into bowls topped with grated Parmesan and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, let the soup rest for about 10 minutes after cooking before serving. Feel free to substitute turkey for ground beef or use vegetable broth for a lighter version.