Name: Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 medium onion (chopped); 3 sticks celery (chopped finely); 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped finely); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices); 1 (14 fluid ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (14 fluid ounce) can red kidney beans (drained); 1 (14 fluid ounce) can cannellini beans or great northern beans (drained); 4 cups chicken broth; 1/2 tablespoon red grape juice vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta; Salt & pepper (to taste)

Description

Experience the comforting flavors of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli, a delightful and hearty Italian-American soup that brings the warmth of a cozy restaurant meal right into your home. This easy-to-follow recipe combines lean ground beef, a medley of beans, fresh vegetables, and ditalini pasta, simmered to perfection in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this nutritious dish is packed with protein and fiber, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. Plus, it’s great for meal prep—store leftovers for quick weeknight dinners or enjoy it as a filling appetizer. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a warm bowl of goodness that will impress your loved ones.

Ingredients

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1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion (chopped)
3 sticks celery (chopped finely)
2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped finely)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 (14 fluid ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
1 (14 fluid ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 fluid ounce) can red kidney beans (drained)
1 (14 fluid ounce) can cannellini beans or great northern beans (drained)
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 tablespoon red grape juice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
Salt & pepper (to taste)

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Instructions

In a soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
Stir in chopped onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic; cook until tender.
Add diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, cannellini beans, chicken broth, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes to blend flavors.
Stir in uncooked ditalini pasta; continue simmering until pasta is tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 55mg