Description
The Ultimate Recipe for Olive Garden Pasta and Beans is an inviting dish that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine straight to your dining table. This hearty recipe combines tender Ditalini pasta with creamy cannellini beans and aromatic herbs, creating a comforting meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or a cozy night in, this dish can be enjoyed as a main course or a filling side. With minimal prep time and a simple cooking process, you can whip up this flavorful meal in just 30 minutes!
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 the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add the rinsed Cannellini beans; cook for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the Ditalini pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente (approximately 7-9 minutes).
- Season with dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot in bowls with extra cheese or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg