Sausage With Beans and Macaroni Recipe

Name: Sausage With Beans and Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 -3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional); ½ teaspoon dried basil; 1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 lb lean ground beef; 4 large hot Italian sausages, casings removed; 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (undrained); 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth; 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); ½ cup macaroni noodles, uncooked; 1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves; 13-½ cup grated parmesan cheese; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 lb lean ground beef
4 large hot Italian sausages, casings removed
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (undrained)
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
½ cup macaroni noodles, uncooked
1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
13-½ cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

1
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add in onion, garlic, dryed basil, oregano and jalapeno pepper (if using) saute for about 5-6 minutes.
3
Add in the ground beef and Italian sausage meat; cook (breaking up with a fork) for about 5-6 minutes.
4
Add in red pepper flakes to taste.
5
Add in tomatoes with juice, broth, beans; mix to combine and simmer for 35 minutes.
6
Add in uncooked macaroni pasta and cook until firm-tender (about 15 minutes).
7
Add in baby spinach, and cook until just wilted, stirring occasionally (about 5 minutes).
8
Add in 1/3 - 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, stir until combined.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Ladle into bowls.
11
Sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese.
12
Top with more grated Parmesan cheese.

2751

kcal

Calories

196

Fat

Carbs

171

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: 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 -3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Sausage With Beans and Macaroni 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!

Sausage With Beans and Macaroni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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