Sausage and White Bean Stew

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Sausage and White Bean Stew, a rustic one-pot meal that's brimming with robust flavors and comforting textures. This recipe combines savory Italian sausage, creamy white beans, and tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered together in a flavorful broth infused with garlic, thyme, and a touch of tomato. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect easy weeknight dinner or meal prep option for busy days. Serve it piping hot with a garnish of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of this satisfying stew. Bursting with protein and nutrients, this wholesome dish is ideal for chilly evenings or whenever you're craving a warm, filling meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until the sausage is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrot, 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, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), white beans, chicken or vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the stew to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2650.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3809.7

Total Fat 177.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.6g
Cholesterol 370.8mg	0%
Sodium 8500.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 389.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.3g	0%
Total Sugars 45.8g
Protein 172.1g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 918.6mg	0%
Iron 38.0mg	0%
Potassium 6579.8mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 40.6%