Pasta Fazool (Pasta And Beans With Sausage) Recipe

Name: Pasta Fazool (Pasta And Beans With Sausage)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb hot Italian sausage, casings removed (can use mild, spicy is better to use); 1 lb ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 teaspoon dried oregano, to taste; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or adjust to heat level, can use crushed chili flakes); 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, can use white salt); 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste); 1 lb dry penne pasta (can use more or less if desired); 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 12 ounces provolone cheese, grated (more if desired)

Servings: persons

1 lb hot Italian sausage, casings removed (can use mild, spicy is better to use)
1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 teaspoon dried oregano, to taste
1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or adjust to heat level, can use crushed chili flakes)
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, can use white salt)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 lb dry penne pasta (can use more or less if desired)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces provolone cheese, grated (more if desired)

1
Set oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
3
Cook the pasta until just al dente (do not overcook); drain, do not rinse and immediately toss with 1-2 Tbsp oil to prevent sticking; set aside.
4
In a large fry pan, saute the sausage, ground beef, onion, garlic, dried oregano and thyme, over med-high heat, until the sausage and the ground beef are brown, crumbling with a fork while cooking (about 6-7 minutes).
5
Add in the undrained tomatoes, tomato paste and the cayenne pepper; simmer for 5-6 minutes (breaking up tomatoes with the back of a spoon).
6
Add in the kidney beans, and heat through.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Add in the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese and parsley; toss to combine.
9
Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish.
10
Top with grated cheese.
11
Bake for 25 minutes, or until cheese melts and the mixture is hot and bubbly.

1185

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

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: 1 lb hot Italian sausage, casings removed (can use mild, spicy is better to use), 1 lb ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste), and more.

Yes, Pasta Fazool (Pasta And Beans With Sausage) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Fazool (Pasta And Beans With Sausage)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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