Penne With Red Beans And Sausage Recipe

Name: Penne With Red Beans And Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed (or borlotti beans); salt; 3/4 lb penne; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese or 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1
In a big skillet, heat the oil and onion over medium heat; cook until softened, 3-4 minutes.
2
Add in the garlic; cook another minute; add in the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally to break up, until it loses its pink color, 5-7 minutes.
3
Add in the tomatoes; cook until slightly thickened, 5-7 minutes.
4
Stir in the beans; season to taste with salt.
5
Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a big pot.
6
Add in 1 tablespoon salt and pasta to the boiling water; cook until al dente.
7
Drain pasta and return it to the cooking pot; stir in the bean sauce, basil, and cheese.
8
Divide among 4 pasta bowls and serve.

241

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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: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, minced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled, and more.

Yes, Penne With Red Beans And 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!

Penne With Red Beans And Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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