Best 4 Healthier Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup Recipes

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Calling all pasta and bean soup enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in the enticing flavors of a lightened-up version of Olive Garden's classic Pasta e Fagioli soup. This homemade rendition strikes a perfect balance between comfort and health, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Bursting with an array of wholesome ingredients, this soup features a medley of tender pasta, hearty beans, crisp vegetables, and a savory broth infused with aromatic herbs.

Discover three delectable variations within this recipe article: the traditional Pasta e Fagioli, a vegetarian delight, and a speedy soup made with pantry staples. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to provide a satisfying meal that nourishes your body and soul. Embrace the simplicity of the classic version, savor the vibrant flavors of the vegetarian option, or whip up the pantry-friendly soup when time is of the essence.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI SOUP



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Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli Soup copycat recipe tastes just like the original. This hearty, Italian-seasoned soup is easily made in a slow cooker.

Provided by Elise Donovan

Categories     Soup

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
1 onion (chopped)
3 carrots (shredded)
1 cup celery (chopped)
28 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained)
16 ounces red kidney beans (drained)
16 ounces white kidney beans (drained)
4 cups beef stock
3 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
5 teaspoons parsley
1 teaspoons tabasco sauce
20 ounces Prego traditional spaghetti sauce
8 ounces Ditalini pasta

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in large skillet. Drain fat.
  • Add beef and all ingredients except the pasta into a large crock pot. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  • Before serving, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to soup.
  • Serve in bowls topped with parmesan cheese and parsley if desired. Also, we love to serve this soup with crusty bread, breadsticks, or cornbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 295 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Make this amazing Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli soup at home.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Soup

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 ounces chopped onion
14 ounces slivered carrots
14 ounces diced celery
48 ounces canned diced tomatoes
2 cups cooked, drained red kidney beans
2 cups cooked, drained white kidney beans
2 3/4 quarts beef broth
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
48 ounces marinara sauce
8 ounces small shell macaroni (or other small dried pasta shape)
5 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook the beef in the oil in a large stockpot, breaking it up until it starts to brown. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Add the beans, beef broth, oregano, pepper, Tabasco, and marinara sauce. Simmer until celery and carrots are tender, about 45 minutes. Add the pasta and simmer until it's cooked.
  • Stir in the parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 1261 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HEALTHIER OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI SOUP



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This recipe is wonderful. It tastes just like Olive Garden's, but a tiny bit healthier because of the ground turkey breast vs. beef. Both ways are wonderful!

Provided by ALC553

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground turkey breast
2 small onions, diced (1 cup)
2 large carrots, julienned (1 cup)
3 stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (with liquid)
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans (with liquid)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (12 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
0.5 (1/2 lb) package ditali pasta

Steps:

  • Brown the ground turkey in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat. Strain the fat.
  • Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except pasta, and simmer for 1 hour.
  • About 50 minutes into simmer time, cook the pasta in 1 1/2 to 2 quarts of boiling water over high heat. Cook for 10 minutes or just until pasta is al dente, or slightly tough. Drain.
  • Add the pasta to the large pot of soup.
  • Simmer for 5-10 minutes and serve.
  • ***I sometimes cook the noodles and leave out of the soup-this way, the guests can add as many as they would like and it freezes better without the noodles in it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.3, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 862, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 8.8, Protein 26.3

OLIVE GARDEN PASTA E FAGIOLI



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Make and share this Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nancy Van Ess

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 9 quarts, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 teaspoons oil
2 lbs ground beef
14 ounces carrots, slivered
12 ounces onions, chopped
14 ounces celery, diced
48 ounces diced canned tomatoes
2 cups red kidney beans
2 cups white kidney beans
88 ounces beef stock
3 teaspoons oregano
2 1/2 teaspoons pepper
5 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
48 ounces spaghetti sauce
8 ounces dry pasta shell macaroni

Steps:

  • Sauté beef in oil in large 10 quart pot until beef starts to brown.
  • Add onions, carrots, celery and tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minute.
  • Drain and rinse beans and add to pot. Also add beef stock, oregano, pepper, Tabasco, spaghetti sauce and noodles .
  • Simmer until celery and carrots are tender, about 45 minute.
  • NOTES : Makes 9 quarts! Just cut the recipe down for smaller batches.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked beans or canned beans.
  • If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or water.
  • Add more or less red pepper flakes, depending on your desired level of spiciness.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans with a fork before adding them to the soup.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese before serving.

Conclusion:

This healthier version of Olive Garden's Pasta e Fagioli soup is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up any leftover pasta or beans. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

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