Description
The Ultimate Recipe for Olive Garden Pasta and Beans is a warm, comforting dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. This hearty pasta dish features tender ditalini pasta combined with creamy cannellini beans and aromatic Italian herbs, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home, this quick and easy recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ditalini pasta or small shells
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add rinsed cannellini beans to the broth and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in ditalini pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente (around 7-9 minutes).
- Season with dried herbs, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg