Macaroni Sausage and Bean Ragu Recipe

Name: Macaroni Sausage and Bean Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons garlic (or to taste); 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste); ½ teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 12 lb ground beef; 4 large Italian sausages, casings removed; 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice; 2 (10 ounce) cans chicken broth; 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini beans); 1 cup elbow macaroni noodles; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves; grated parmesan cheese; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 -6 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic (or to taste)
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
12 lb ground beef
4 large Italian sausages, casings removed
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
2 (10 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini beans)
1 cup elbow macaroni noodles
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

1
Cook the macaroni in a pot of boiling salted water until firm-tender; drain.
2
heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat, add in onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, basil, saute for about 4 minutes.
3
Add in ground beef and sausage meat, breaking up the meat with a spoon; cook for about 10 minutes) drain fat.
4
Add in the diced tomatoes with juice, Parmesan cheese, chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, cover and simmer for about 45-50 minutes.
5
Uncover and add in the beans and spinach; cook for another about 30 minutes (uncovered).
6
Add/mix in the cooked pasta, the season again with salt and pepper.
7
Ladle into bowls and sprinkle more grated Parmesan cheese on top.

4769

kcal

Calories

379

Fat

Carbs

264

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons garlic (or to taste), 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste), and more.

Yes, Macaroni Sausage and Bean Ragu 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!

Macaroni Sausage and Bean Ragu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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