Sausage and Red Bean Stew

Hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, this Sausage and Red Bean Stew is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy dinners at home. Packed with smoky andouille or kielbasa sausage, tender red kidney beans, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, this stew boasts a rich, savory broth seasoned with smoked paprika, thyme, and a hint of cayenne for optional heat. Simmered to perfection in just under an hour, it’s a quick and satisfying recipe that delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and pair it with crusty bread for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this stew will warm your soul and keep you coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (e.g., andouille or kielbasa), sliced into rounds
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the red kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot. Add the dried thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the stew has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the sausage and red bean stew into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2976.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2364.0

Total Fat 129.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 9080.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.1g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 119.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 629.2mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 5643.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.8%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 32.6%