Description
Bring the comforting flavors of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli into your home with this easy recipe. This hearty Italian-American soup combines rich tomatoes, savory ground beef, and a medley of beans and vegetables for a nourishing meal that warms both body and soul. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, it’s packed with nutrients and flavor. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can enjoy a delicious bowl of this beloved dish in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 sticks celery, chopped finely
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped finely
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 (14-ounce) cans beans (red kidney and cannellini)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through.
- Add onion, celery, carrots, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, beans, chicken broth, and seasonings; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add ditalini pasta; continue simmering until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg