Copycat Pasta Faggioli Soup

Here’s a delicious copycat recipe for Pasta Faggioli soup, inspired by the popular version from Olive Garden. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions

1. Sauté the vegetables:
   • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Cook the meat:
   • Add the ground beef (or sausage) to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Add the tomatoes and beans:
   • Stir in the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, and kidney beans.
4. Add broth and seasonings:
   • Pour in the broth and add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cook the pasta:
   • Once the soup is simmering, add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
6. Adjust seasoning:
   • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Enjoy your homemade Pasta Fagioli soup! It’s perfect with crusty bread for dipping.