Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool)
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool), a delightful blend of ground beef, hearty beans, and tender ditalini pasta simmered in a rich chicken broth. This nourishing soup is packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect choice for cozy weeknight dinners or gatherings with loved ones. Easy to prepare and customizable, this recipe guarantees satisfaction in every bowl. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly, allowing you to enjoy it throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 15 ounces cannellini beans
- 15 ounces kidney beans
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cooked ditalini pasta
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef seasoned with all-purpose seasoning.
- Remove the meat and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until tender.
- Add garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and bay leaf; cook until fragrant.
- Return beef to the pot; add tomatoes, beans, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve by placing cooked ditalini in bowls and ladling the hot soup over it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg