Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli: Comfort in Every Spoonful
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Olive Garden Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli: Comfort in Every Spoonful. This hearty dish combines ground beef, fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta for a nourishing meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-pot wonder cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker, allowing you to savor rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you’re hosting family or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this pasta fagioli is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–7 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
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 1/4 cups dry pasta (fusilli, shells, or ditalini)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat and transfer to a slow cooker.
- Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes (with juice), rinsed kidney beans, white beans, beef broth, and marinara sauce to the slow cooker.
- Stir in oregano, hot pepper sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper; mix well.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5-7 hours until vegetables are tender.
- About 15-20 minutes before serving, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Stir cooked pasta into the soup; adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg