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Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup in a Crock-Pot

Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup in a Crock-Pot
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Warm, comforting Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup made effortlessly in a crock-pot. This hearty soup combines creamy cannellini beans, tender mini pasta shells, fresh vegetables, and Italian herbs slow-cooked to savory perfection, delivering rich flavor and satisfying textures perfect for busy days or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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Beans & Pasta

  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup mini pasta shells

Vegetables

  • 2 medium carrots, washed and chopped finely
  • 2 celery stalks, washed and chopped finely
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend (oregano, basil, thyme)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Finishing

  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and chop the carrots, celery, and onion finely. Mince the garlic to release its natural aroma and flavor.
  2. Combine in the Crock-Pot: Add the cannellini beans (drained and rinsed), diced tomatoes, chopped vegetables, broth, Italian seasoning, and olive oil to your crock-pot. Stir gently to mix everything evenly.
  3. Slow Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. This slow simmer allows flavors to meld and the beans to soften beautifully.
  4. Add the Pasta: With about 30 minutes left, stir in the mini pasta shells. Let them cook until tender but still pleasantly firm, absorbing some of the broth.
  5. Final Touches: Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over each bowl to add a luxurious finish.

Notes

  • Use canned beans for convenience or soak and cook dry beans ahead for deeper flavor.
  • Add the pasta late in cooking to prevent mushy texture.
  • Sauté onions and garlic briefly before adding to crock-pot to enhance flavor.
  • Use high-quality broth for the best taste.
  • Don’t skip Parmesan cheese for authentic Italian flavor.

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Keywords: Pasta E Fagioli, Crock-Pot Soup, Olive Garden Copycat, Italian Bean Soup, Slow Cooker Pasta Soup, Hearty Italian Soup

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