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Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli: Comfort in Every Spoonful
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Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli is a cozy and hearty soup that warms the heart with every spoonful. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this satisfying dish combines tender ground beef with a medley of fresh vegetables, beans, and rich tomato flavors. The slow cooking process allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, creating a nourishing meal that is both easy to prepare and packed with nutrition. Serve it on chilly evenings or as a comforting lunch option; it’s bound to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14–16 oz)
  • 1 can kidney beans (14–15 oz)
  • 1 can white beans (14–15 oz)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 jar tomato-basil marinara sauce (24–26 oz)
  • 1 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 3/4 tsp hot pepper sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups dry pasta (fusilli, shells, or ditalini, cooked separately)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat and drain excess fat.
  2. 2. Chop the onion, carrots, and celery, then add them to the slow cooker along with the browned beef.
  3. 3. Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, white beans, beef broth, marinara sauce, oregano, hot pepper sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper.
  4. 4. Cover and cook on LOW for about 5–7 hours until vegetables are tender.
  5. 5. Cook pasta separately according to package instructions and drain.
  6. 6. Stir cooked pasta into the soup mixture before serving.

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