Sausage Pasta Fagioli
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Sausage Pasta Fagioli
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Sausage pasta fagioli combines penne pasta, crumbled sausage, butter beans, and cannellini beans simmered in a tomato-based sauce and topped with grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 pound bulk Italian Sausage
- 5 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes
- 1 ounce can cannellini beans drained, but don't rinse
- 2 ounce cans lima (butter beans) drained, but don't rinse
- 6 cups water to start but add more as needed
- 3 plum tomatoes hand crushed, note: just 3 plum tomatoes from 1 can - that's it!
- 8 ounces penne or any pasta you like
- 1 Parmigiano rind optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large heavy pot saute the sausage in two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until browned (about 5 minutes) and cooked through.
- Next, add in the remaining olive oil and the onions and saute for 5 minutes then add in the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more until just golden. Finally, add the hot red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds.
- Next, add 6 cups of water and the plum tomatoes. Add in the drained beans and the Parmigiano Reggiano rind and bring to a boil for 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and crush some of the beans by smashing them against the side of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- Add in the pasta and cook until al dente. Keep an eye on the pot and stir very frequently to avoid sticking. The pasta will absorb much of the liquid so add more water as needed. The final consistency is 100% a personal preference. If you like it soupier, add more water!
- Once the pasta is al dente turn off the heat and taste test. Adjust salt and pepper, and hot red pepper to taste.
- When satisfied with the taste, serve in bowls with crusty bread. Offer grated cheese, hot red pepper flakes, or black pepper on the side and drizzle some high-quality extra virgin olive onto each bowl. Enjoy!
Notes
- Pasta shapes such as ziti and cavatappi are a good size to match the larger beans in this dish.
- If you are cooking a large amount for 1 person and desire leftovers, be sure to cook the pasta separately. Otherwise, it's better to cook the pasta in the sauce to better absorb the flavors.
- Leftovers can be saved for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
714kcal
(36%)
Carbohydrates
73g
(24%)
Protein
34.8g
(70%)
Fat
31.7g
(49%)
Saturated Fat
8.4g
(42%)
Cholesterol
119mg
(40%)
Sodium
1048mg
(44%)
Potassium
510mg
(15%)
Fiber
9.1g
(36%)
Sugar
5.9g
(12%)
Calcium
113mg
(11%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 714 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 714kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 73g | 24% |
| Protein | 34.8g | 70% |
| Fat | 31.7g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4g | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 119mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 1048mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 9.1g | 36% |
| Sugar | 5.9g | 12% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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