Pasta e Fagioli (Olive Garden Copycat)
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pasta e Fagioli, a hearty Italian bean soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This savory dish combines the richness of ground beef with protein-packed beans and tender ditalini pasta in a flavorful broth. With just 15 minutes of preparation, you can have this satisfying meal ready in under an hour. It’s easily customizable to suit your taste, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or beans. Enjoy a nutritious bowl that warms the soul and brings everyone together around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 carton (32 oz) chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef and brown for 3–5 minutes; drain any excess fat.
- Add carrots, onion, celery, and garlic to the pot; sauté for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the cooked beef along with diced tomatoes and tomato sauce until mixed well.
- Incorporate beans and chicken broth; simmer for about 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add ditalini pasta and Italian seasoning; cook for another 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Serve hot with fresh basil or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg