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Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool)

Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool)

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Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup (Pasta Fazool) is a heartwarming Italian dish that effortlessly combines comfort and flavor. This delightful soup features tender ditalini pasta, hearty beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables all simmered in a rich, savory broth. It’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this nourishing meal in under an hour. The irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen as it cooks will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
  • 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning (divided)
  • 1 Onion (Large, diced)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 3 Carrots (diced)
  • 3 stalks Celery (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • 15 ounces Cannelini Beans
  • 15 ounces Kidney Beans
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt and Pepper
  • 1 pound Ditalini Pasta (cooked)

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, seasoning with all-purpose seasoning.
  2. Remove the beef and sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery in the remaining fat until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, and bay leaf for added flavor.
  4. Return the beef to the pot and add diced tomatoes, both types of beans, and chicken broth; mix well.
  5. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Before serving, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve by placing cooked ditalini pasta in bowls and ladling soup over it.

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