Tuscan White Bean Sausage Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Tuscan White Bean Sausage Stew, a comforting one-pot meal that packs robust, Italian-inspired flavors. This rich and satisfying recipe combines tender cannellini beans, juicy Italian sausage, and nutrient-packed kale in a savory tomato and broth base, all seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. With a balance of sautéed vegetables and just a hint of red pepper flakes, this stew delivers layers of flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prepping, it’s a wholesome dish that makes an ideal weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing option for entertaining. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a slice of crusty bread for the ultimate cozy dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed cannellini beans
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 4 cups, chopped kale (or spinach)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup, grated (optional, for garnish) Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken or vegetable broth, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Add the browned sausage back to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 7

Simmer the stew for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

5 minutes before serving, stir in the chopped kale (or spinach) and cook until wilted.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Accompany with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3741.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2639.3

Total Fat 144.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 311.3mg	0%
Sodium 12580.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.4g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 149.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1687.3mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 7546.2mg	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: 48.3%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 29.4%