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This slow cooker pasta e fagioli is a simplified version of the Olive Garden favorite, combining ground beef, cannellini and kidney beans, and ditalini pasta in a savory tomato broth cooked on low for 6 hours. It delivers deep, rich flavor with minimal hands-on work.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks, until no longer pink.
To a 6 quart slow cooker, add the cooked ground beef, carrots, celery, onion, tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper, cannellini beans, and kidney beans.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
30 minutes before the cook time is up, stir in the uncooked pasta. Cover and cook for 30 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Serve in bowls topped with parmesan cheese.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave.
slow cooker (6 quart) · large skillet
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Yes. Ditalini is traditional, but small shapes like elbow, small shells, or orzo work well. Add them 30 minutes before the end of cooking as written.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, or microwave in portions.
Yes. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours, then stir in the pasta and cook for 30 minutes more until tender.
Browning adds flavor and removes excess fat. It takes 5 minutes and is worth doing, but raw beef will cook through in the slow cooker if you skip it.
Great Northern beans or white kidney beans work 1:1. For a heartier texture, try chickpeas or pinto beans instead.
