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Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup

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Indulge in a bowl of Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli Soup, where comforting Italian flavors come together in a hearty and nutritious dish. This delightful soup features a robust blend of ground beef, tender beans, and ditalini pasta, all simmered with aromatic vegetables and spices to create a warm, satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for an inviting dinner that nourishes the body and soul.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1–2 cups carrots, sliced or diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 3 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) Great Northern or cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, stirring frequently.
  3. Stir in diced onion, sliced celery, and carrots; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add crushed garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Mix in dried basil, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth; bring to a boil.
  7. Add drained kidney beans; continue boiling to meld flavors together.
  8. Stir in ditalini pasta and cook until al dente (about 8–10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  9. Adjust consistency with water if needed. Serve hot.

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