Best 3 Escarole Beans And Sausage Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey with this delightful dish of Escarole, Beans, and Sausage, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a testament to the culinary traditions of Southern Italy.

Within this article, you'll find a collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique take on this classic combination. From the traditional Neapolitan version featuring plump escarole, succulent sausage, and tender beans, to a lighter variation that incorporates lean ground turkey and a vibrant tomato-based sauce, there's something for every palate and preference.

Whether you're a seasoned chef looking to elevate your cooking skills or a home cook seeking comforting and flavorful weeknight meal, this article has you covered. With step-by-step instructions, insightful tips, and a comprehensive ingredient list for each recipe, you'll be guided through the process of creating this delectable dish in your own kitchen.

So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the rustic charm and authentic flavors of Southern Italy.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ESCAROLE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND WHITE BEANS

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Serve this dish as a side at a pot-luck gathering or for a quick-and-easy one-pot dinner.

Categories Soup/Stew Bean Leafy Green Sauté Sausage White Wine Winter Prosciutto Escarole Simmer Bon Appétit Dinner

Yield 12 servings as a side-dish or 6 as main-course

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
12 Italian sausages (about 3 pounds), casings removed
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped prosciutto (about 2 ounces)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 large head escarole, chopped (about 10 cups)
3/4 cup dry white wine
4 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sauté sausage until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 6 minutes per batch. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl, leaving drippings in pot. Reduce heat to medium; add onion to pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add prosciutto and sauté 1 minute. Mix in garlic and crushed red pepper. Add escarole and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook 2 minutes. Add beans, stock and sausage and simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Top with grated Parmesan, if desired.

PASTA WITH ESCAROLE, WHITE BEANS AND CHICKEN SAUSAGE

Pasta with Escarole, White Beans and Chicken Sausage image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings (serving size 2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 pound whole-wheat bowtie (or other shape) pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped, about 1 cup
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 ounces lowfat Italian-style chicken sausage, casings removed, crumbled
1 medium head escarole, rinsed, drained and chopped, about 8 cups
1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 ounce grated Parmesan

Steps:

Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
Heat the oil over a medium heat in a large, deep saute pan or 8-quart stockpot.
Saute the onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook an additional 1 minute. Stir in the sausage and cook until heated through and browned, about 4 minutes. Add the escarole and cook until wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the beans, 1 cup of chicken stock, sage and red pepper flakes and simmer until the mixture is heated through and liquid is slightly reduced.
Add the sausage-bean mixture to pasta and toss well, loosening with the additional 1/2 cup chicken stock if necessary. Season with freshly ground pepper and salt, to taste.
Divide among 4 pasta bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, WHITE BEANS AND ESCAROLE

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A wonderful Tuscan style one dish meal that is so reminiscent of our stay in the old walled village of Antinori outside of Florence..

Provided by Lorac

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 lbs sweet mild Italian sausage
2 cups coarsely chopped onions
6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 head escarole, sliced crosswise into 1 inch strips
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups beef broth
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained
1 lb cellentani pasta or 1 lb fusilli, cooked and drained
1 cup freshly grated romano cheese

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 10 minutes, remove and slice into 1 inch chunks.
Add onions, garlic and escarole to the skillet and cook until the escarole is wilted.
Add broths, sausage and cannelini beans and simmer 15 minutes.
Stir in cheese and mix with hot pasta.

Tips:

Choose the right escarole: Look for escarole that is deep green and has crisp leaves. Avoid any escarole that is wilted or has brown spots.
Prep the escarole properly: Wash the escarole thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Chop the escarole into 1-inch pieces.
Use good quality sausage: Italian sausage is a classic choice for this dish, but you can also use any other type of sausage that you like. Just make sure that the sausage is cooked through before adding it to the dish.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the sausage and escarole, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. If you do, the vegetables will not cook evenly and will become mushy.
Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of red wine or white wine to the dish for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Escarole, beans, and sausage is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your escarole bitter or mild, or your sausage spicy or sweet, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give escarole, beans, and sausage a try. You won't be disappointed!