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Italian Sausage and White Bean Stew Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Italian Sausage and White Bean Stew is a hearty and rustic dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender white beans, and aromatic herbs simmered together in a rich broth. This comforting stew is perfect for cool evenings and makes for an easy, satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Meat and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), sliced or crumbled
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Herbs and Spices

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Beans and Vegetables

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale

Liquids

  • 4 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Heat Oil and Brown Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart if crumbled. Remove excess fat if there’s too much.
  2. Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Add Beans, Tomatoes, and Broth: Pour in the drained cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Simmer the Stew: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20–25 minutes to develop flavors and slightly thicken the stew.
  6. Add Greens: Stir in fresh spinach or kale and cook for about 2 minutes until the greens are wilted and tender.
  7. Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread.

Notes

  • Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
  • This stew thickens as it rests, so consider that when serving.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://sarasplate.com/italian-sausage-and-white-bean-stew-recipe/