Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 unit

green bell pepper

chopped

1 unit

zucchini

chopped

0.5 tsp

salt

2 unit

garlic

minced

2 tsp

italian seasoning

24 unit

Ragu Pasta Sauce

43.5 unit

beef broth

15 unit

garbanzo beans

undrained

15.5 unit

black beans

undrained

14.5 unit

diced tomatoes

undrained

8 unit

pasta

uncooked

1 unit

sweet Italian sausage

cooked, sliced

1 unit

italian style meatballs

thawed

2 tbsp

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~7 min

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add chopped onion, green pepper, zucchini, and salt. Cook, stirring, for 6-8 minutes.

Step 3
~7 min

Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning, mix well.

Step 4
~7 min

Pour in Ragu pasta sauce, beef broth, garbanzo beans, black beans, and diced tomatoes.

Step 5
~7 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6
~7 min

Add uncooked pasta and cook until al dente.

Step 7
~7 min

Incorporate cooked sausage and thawed meatballs, mix well.

Step 8
~7 min

Simmer until heated through.

Step 9
~7 min

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of broth to your desired consistency.

Add a bay leaf during simmering for extra flavor.

Use different types of beans for variation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Hearty family meal, often shared during gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family reunions

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Weeknight meal
Family gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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