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Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli

Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli
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Indulge in a warm and hearty bowl of Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli, a comforting soup that brings the flavors of Italian cuisine right to your kitchen. This delightful dish features lean ground beef, nutritious vegetables, and two types of beans that combine to create a protein-packed meal perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. With its rich blend of herbs and spices, each spoonful is bursting with flavor, ensuring you’ll come back for seconds. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only satisfying but also versatile—customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice levels to suit your taste preferences. Whether served as a main dish or alongside crusty bread and a fresh salad, this Pasta e Fagioli will quickly become a go-to favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 3 celery ribs, diced
  • 8 oz dry ditalini pasta
  • 3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans beef broth
  • 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
  2. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, beef broth, canned tomatoes, water, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat and let simmer for about 5–6 minutes.
  5. Add ditalini pasta; cook according to package instructions for approximately 10 minutes until tender.
  6. Stir in both types of beans until heated through; adjust seasoning as needed.

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