Gran'pa Emmanuel's Macaroni with Sausage and Cannel

Name: Gran'pa Emmanuel's Macaroni with Sausage and Cannellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon (1 turn around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil; 1 /2 to 2 /3 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage; 1 /2 to 2 /3 pound bulk hot Italian sausage; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 can (28 to 32 ounces) chunky style crushed tomatoes; 1 can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 20 leaves fresh basil, torn; 1 pound ziti rigate (with lines), cooked to al dente; Crusty bread and grated Parmigiano or Romano, for passing at table

Servings: persons

1
Heat a large, deep nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
2
Drizzle in extra-virgin olive oil and add sausage.
3
Break up meat as it browns.
4
Add garlic and onion and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
5
Reduce heat to medium low.
6
Add tomatoes and beans and simmer 2 or 3 minutes.
7
Remove pan from heat and fold in basil to wilt.
8
Combine sausage mixture with cooked macaroni and serve immediately with grated Parmesan or Romano and crusty bread.
9
Note: If your butcher counter does not have bulk sausage, buy links and split casings to remove bulk sausage meat.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon (1 turn around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil, 1 /2 to 2 /3 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage, 1 /2 to 2 /3 pound bulk hot Italian sausage, 3 cloves garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Gran'pa Emmanuel's Macaroni with Sausage and Cannellini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gran'pa Emmanuel's Macaroni with Sausage and Cannellini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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