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Pasta e Fagioli Soup {Olive Garden Copycat Recipe}

Pasta e Fagioli Soup {Olive Garden Copycat Recipe}
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Indulge in a warm bowl of Pasta e Fagioli Soup, an inviting dish inspired by Italian flavors. This hearty soup is brimming with fresh vegetables, lean ground beef, and wholesome beans, making it a perfect choice for cozy dinners or gatherings. Each spoonful delivers a delightful combination of textures and rich taste that evokes the comfort of your favorite Italian restaurant. Not only is it easy to prepare in under an hour, but it also allows for customization with seasonal veggies or different beans based on your pantry staples. Whether you’re enjoying it on a chilly evening or meal prepping for the week, this Pasta e Fagioli Soup will surely satisfy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 3/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried marjoram
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 Tbsp minced fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook the crumbled ground beef until fully browned.
  2. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside. In the same pot, add the remaining olive oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about six minutes until tender. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Stir in chicken broth, tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, sugar, basil, oregano, thyme, marjoram, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are soft.
  5. Cook ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
  6. Add cooked pasta with kidney and great northern beans to the soup base and let simmer for another minute.
  7. Stir in minced parsley before serving warm topped with grated cheese if desired.

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