Pasta Fagioli with oregano

2 cups sliced dried smoked sausage (can use more or less) 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion (quartered or very coarsley chopped) 3 tablespoons minced[...]

3 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 cup olive oil 4 cups chopped onion 2 cups chopped celery 2 (4.5 ounce) jars bottled minced garlic 1 teaspoon coarsely ground[...]