Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of Slow Cooker Pasta E Fagioli Soup, a heartwarming dish inspired by Olive Garden’s classic recipe. This delightful soup combines tender ground turkey with a medley of fresh vegetables and hearty beans, simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Ideal for family gatherings or meal prep, this nourishing soup is both easy to make and satisfying, providing a wholesome option for any occasion. With its rich taste and simple preparation, you can set it and forget it while it develops deep flavors over several hours. Enjoy a bowlful of comfort that brings warmth to your table!

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 pound extra-lean ground turkey
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
3 cups tomato sauce (homemade or canned)
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes (undrained)
1/2 cup homemade beef stock or no-salt broth
1/2 cup cooked kidney beans
1/2 cup cooked Great Northern beans
1/4 cup dry uncooked Ditalini pasta (optional)

Instructions

Prepare all vegetables by chopping onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, and mincing garlic.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the ground turkey until browned. Stir in garlic and optional chili flakes for one minute before transferring to the slow cooker.
Add onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with juice, and beef stock to the slow cooker.
Season with Italian seasoning, bay leaf, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
Include kidney beans and Great Northern beans; if using pasta, add it now.
Cover the slow cooker and set on low heat for approximately 4 hours or high heat for about 2 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
Taste the soup at the end of cooking; adjust with balsamic vinegar and water as needed for desired consistency.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 240 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 275
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added nutrition and flavor, feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute pasta with gluten-free options or omit entirely.