Red Beans With Pasta Sausage & Tomatoes

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, one-pot style dinner combining earthy beans, savory sausage, and rich tomato sauce.
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This comforting dish brings together the earthy depth of red kidney beans with the smoky richness of pasta sausage, all simmered in a robust tomato sauce. The rigatoni holds the thick sauce perfectly, making every bite satisfying and flavorful. It’s a perfect weeknight meal that feels homemade and substantial without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it family-style for a warm, inviting dinner that pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread. The combination of textures from the tender beans, chewy pasta, and juicy tomatoes creates a balanced and delicious experience.

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Red Beans With Pasta Sausage & Tomatoes

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 68.0

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This comforting dish brings together the earthy depth of red kidney beans with the smoky richness of pasta sausage, all simmered in a robust tomato sauce. The rigatoni holds the thick sauce perfectly, making every bite satisfying and flavorful. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weeknight meal that feels homemade and substantial without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it family-style for a warm, inviting dinner that pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread. The combination of textures from the tender beans, chewy pasta, and juicy tomatoes creates a balanced and delicious experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Sort and rinse the dry red beans, then soak them in water overnight or use the quick-soak method by boiling for 2 minutes and letting stand for 1 hour.
  2. Drain soaked beans and place in a large pot with fresh water; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 45-60 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the rigatoni.
  4. Cook the rigatoni according to package directions until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. If using fresh plum tomatoes, halve them; if using canned, crush the tomatoes slightly with your hands or a spoon.
  6. In a large skillet, cook the pasta sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles, until browned and cooked through.
  7. Add the tomatoes and cooked red beans to the skillet with the sausage, simmering for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sausage and bean mixture in the skillet.
  9. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  10. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 68.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 17.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 14.8g5%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
Sugars 9.3g
Protein 3.5g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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