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Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli

Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli, a delightful Italian-American soup that brings restaurant-quality dining straight to your kitchen. This hearty dish is brimming with tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and nutritious beans simmered in a rich broth. Not only does it provide warmth and satisfaction during chilly evenings, but it’s also packed with protein and fiber, making it a wholesome choice for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe will soon become a go-to favorite!

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 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 can red kidney beans (14 oz, drained)
  • 1 can cannellini beans (14 oz, drained)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
  • Italian seasoning
  • Oregano
  • Basil
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Vinegar (to taste)
  • Sugar (to balance acidity)

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Break it up as it cooks.
  2. Add the chopped onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic; sauté for about 8–10 minutes until tender.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, drained beans, chicken broth, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 15–20 minutes with the lid slightly ajar.
  5. Add ditalini pasta; simmer until tender for another 15–20 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.

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