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Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

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Experience the warmth of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli, a comforting Italian soup perfect for chilly evenings or impressing guests at your next dinner gathering. This hearty dish combines savory ground beef with nutritious beans and fresh vegetables, all simmered in a rich broth. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this soup stands out as a family favorite. Plus, it’s quick to make and easy to customize based on your pantry essentials. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbows)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  3. Stir in diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice, along with cannellini and kidney beans.
  5. Add beef broth and stir to combine.
  6. Season with oregano and basil; add salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  8. In the final 10 minutes, add small pasta until tender.
  9. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.

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