Description
Bring the heartwarming essence of Italian cuisine to your dinner table with this Semi-Homemade Italian Pasta Fagioli Recipe. This delicious soup, inspired by the beloved flavors of Olive Garden, combines tender vegetables, savory beans, and hearty pasta in a rich broth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also offers a comforting meal that will satisfy everyone. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, it’s ideal for busy weeknights. Customize the flavors to suit your preferences and enjoy a bowl of warmth that rivals any restaurant version.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb ground turkey sausage (or chicken)
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 2 large sliced carrots
- 3 stalks thinly sliced celery
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 32 oz low sodium beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 32 oz marinara sauce
- 1 can red kidney beans
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, crumble and brown the ground turkey sausage until fully cooked.
- Add chopped onions, sliced carrots, and celery; sauté until tender. Stir in minced garlic for another minute.
- Combine beef broth, water, marinara sauce, granulated sugar, and seasonings; stir well.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add dry ditalini pasta and canned beans; cook until pasta is al dente (around 5 minutes).
- Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg