Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup, a hearty Italian classic that transforms your kitchen into a cozy haven. This nourishing dish blends savory ground beef with vibrant vegetables and protein-packed beans, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for family dinners or a quick weeknight meal, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers robust flavors that everyone will love. Enjoy it as is or customize it to suit your palate—this soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 cups carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion, celery, and carrots; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Season with basil, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth; bring to a boil.
- Fold in kidney beans and let boil vigorously.
- Stir in ditalini pasta; simmer for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Adjust consistency with water if needed; serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg