Slow Cooker Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli
Warm and comforting, this Slow Cooker Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli is your go-to recipe for cozy dinners or gatherings. With a rich broth brimming with lean beef, beans, and vegetables, each spoonful delivers hearty satisfaction reminiscent of the beloved restaurant classic. The slow cooking process allows flavors to meld beautifully, creating a savory experience that warms you from the inside out. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare! Just toss in your ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy your time with family or guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion
- 1 cup carrots
- 1 cup celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups water
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 can northern beans
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 cup apple juice
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients except for the ditalini pasta. Mix well.
- Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6 to 8 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, boil water in a pot and cook the ditalini pasta until al dente; drain.
- Stir in the cooked pasta into the soup and let it simmer on low for another 15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg