Olive Garden Hearty Pasta Fagioli Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time40 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time1 hr 20 mins

Here's a convenient spin on a classic Italian favorite. Spaghetti sauce and canned broth form the flavorful base. —Cindy Garland, Limestone, Tennessee

2 pounds ground beef

6 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth

2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained

2 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce

3 l onions, chopped

8 celery ribs, diced

3 medium carrots, sliced

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

3 tsp minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano

10 ½ tsp pepper

5 ½ tsp hot pepper sauce

8 ounces uncooked medium pasta shells

5 tsp minced fresh parsley

In a large stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble beef and drain off grease. Add broth, tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, onions, celery, carrots, beans, oregano, pepper and pepper sauce.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Add pasta and parsley; simmer, covered, until pasta is tender, 10-14 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 212

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%

Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 958mg40%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Dietary Fiber 5g20%

Sugars 8g
Protein 14g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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