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Pasta Fagioli Soup Olive Garden

Pasta Fagioli Soup (Olive Garden Copycat)

This cozy, homestyle Pasta Fagioli Soup captures all the comforting, hearty flavors of Olive Garden’s classic — but made lighter, fresher, and right in your kitchen. It’s rich with beans, pasta, ground beef, and herbs simmered in a savory tomato broth that warms you from the inside out.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 390 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Soup Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small pot for pasta

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef for hearty flavor and texture
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing vegetables and beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth for rich flavor
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) great northern beans drained
  • 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning blend of basil, oregano, and thyme
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional, for mild heat
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta small pasta perfect for soup
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and aromatic.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add kidney beans and great northern beans. Let simmer for about 20 minutes for flavors to blend.
  • In a separate pot, cook ditalini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Add cooked pasta to the soup just before serving. Stir gently to combine.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with fresh parsley and Parmesan on top.

Notes

Use lean beef to keep the soup light yet flavorful. Cook pasta separately to prevent it from soaking up the broth. For meal prep, store soup and pasta separately. Add a drizzle of olive oil and fresh parsley when serving for a restaurant-style finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 4200IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 4.5mg
Keyword comfort food, Hearty Soup, Olive Garden Copycat, One Pot Meal
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