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    Spicy Bolognese Sauce with Beans

    Published: Dec 29, 2013 · Modified: Nov 22, 2024 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Spicy Bolognese sauce with beans is a hearty, flavorful twist on the classic Italian meat sauce. Traditionally, Bolognese is made with ground meat (like beef, pork, or a mix), onions, garlic, tomatoes, and wine, simmered to create a rich, savory base. The spicy version adds a kick with chili peppers, red pepper flakes, or even hot paprika, bringing warmth and depth to the dish.

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    Why You Should Make This Spicy Bolognese Sauce with Beans

    This is a perfect example of a quick and easy dinner that tastes delicious.   This spicy bolognese sauce is one of those easy pasta recipes you can quickly prepare during the week.  

    Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.  I leave out the red pepper flakes when I make this for the kids.  You can add more if you are feeling adventurous.  

    Jazz up your typical spaghetti sauce with a little zing with this Spicy Bolognese.  It's is a dinner idea that will be a favorite of yours and your family.  It's healthy, easy to make and it tastes amazing.  What's not to love?

    The addition of beans—often cannellini, kidney, or chickpeas—introduces a creamy, earthy element that contrasts nicely with the spicy heat and thick, meaty sauce. The beans absorb the sauce’s flavors while adding texture and making the dish more filling.

    The beans also provide a slightly milder, starchy balance to the spice and richness, helping to mellow out the heat.

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    Recipe Tips

    This spicy bolognese sauce recipe is so customizable and there are so many options and variations that you can do.

    You can easily leave off the red pepper flakes if you don't want it spicy. Remember you control the spiciness in this dish!

    You can also use any other ground meat in this spicy bolognese sauce. Ground beef, ground chicken, ground pork or even a combination of them all, any of these will be delicious in this recipe.

    I used cannellini beans in this recipe, but garbanzo beans, pinto beans, black beans and even kidney beans would also be yummy in this dish. Beans not only have a bunch of protein and fiber and also have a light, soft, creamy texture.

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    Spicy Bolognese Sauce with Beans

    Spicy Bolognese sauce with beans is a hearty, flavorful twist on the classic Italian meat sauce. Loaded with protein and fiber.
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    Course: dinner, main dish
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 313kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 pound organic ground turkey or beef- grass fed (make sure it's lean and antibiotic free)
    • 1 onion finely chopped
    • 6 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon parsley
    • ¾ teaspoon rosemary
    • handful of fresh basil leaves torn
    • ¾ teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • 1 pound spaghetti or whole grain pasta of choice
    • 48 ounces crushed tomatoes 2 28 ounce cans
    • 1 red bell pepper seeded and finely chopped
    • ½ cup dry white wine
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 15 ounces cannellini white beans 1 can

    Instructions

    • Heat the olive oil in a large pan. Add meat and cook until no longer pink and full cooked through.
    • Add onion and spices.
    • Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
    • In a large pot, cook pasta according to instructions. Set aside.
    • Add all other ingredients to meat and reduce heat. Simmer gently for 30 minutes.
    • Serve the pasta with sauce on top. Top with Parmesan cheese if desired.

    Notes

    To store in the refrigerator , place an airtight container for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 345mg | Potassium: 1312mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1140IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 6mg
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