Pasta Fagioli Soup Plus Turkey (Crock-Pot) Recipe

Name: Pasta Fagioli Soup Plus Turkey (Crock-Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7 or leaner); 1 large zucchini; 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth; 1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans (drain & rinse); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain); 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 cup small shell pasta (ditilini); 1/2 cup crouton (optional); 1/2 cup grated cheese (Parmesan)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7 or leaner)
1 large zucchini
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (16 ounce) can great northern beans (drain & rinse)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup small shell pasta (ditilini)
1/2 cup crouton (optional)
1/2 cup grated cheese (Parmesan)

1
MAY BE DONE ONE DAY AHEAD, THEN REFRIGERATED: Wash & mince zucchini (leave skin on). Heat olive olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, then zucchini. Cook, stirring occasionally, till garlic is fragrant & zucchini golden (less than 5 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside; return pan to heat. To same pan, add ground turkey. Cook, breaking up, until no longer pink. Remove from pan.
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Place broth, beans, tomatoes, basil & oregano in crock pot. Add cooked zucchini & turkey. Cover & cook on LOW 3 to 5 hours. Taste for seasonings & adjust as desired.
3
Cook pasta in boiling water according to package directions (salt the cooking water if desired). Serve soup with a spoonful of pasta; top with croutons and cheese. We always serve it with crusty, warm bread.
4
Source credit (I have made changes/ additions): Favorite Brand Name Slow Cooker Recipes, 2005.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7 or leaner), 1 large zucchini, 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pasta Fagioli Soup Plus Turkey (Crock-Pot) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pasta Fagioli Soup Plus Turkey (Crock-Pot)

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