Copycat Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Recipe
Indulge in the comforting warmth of our Copycat Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Recipe, designed to bring a taste of Italy to your table. This hearty soup features tender ground beef simmered with nutritious beans and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor that will delight every palate. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some crusty bread for the ultimate Italian experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 celery ribs, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cans tomato sauce (8 ounces each)
- 2 cans beef broth (14.5 ounces each)
- 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can dark red kidney beans (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
- 1 can cannellini beans (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces dry ditalini pasta
- Spices: granulated sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in tomato sauce, beef broth, diced tomatoes, water, and seasonings; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer.
- Add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente.
- Mix in the rinsed beans and heat through before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg