Indulge in a hearty and flavorful Sausage and White Bean Stew that is not only delicious but also Weight Watchers friendly. This wholesome stew is packed with savory Italian sausage, tender white beans, hearty vegetables, and a rich tomato broth, all simmered together to create a comforting meal. With variations for a slow cooker, stovetop, and Instant Pot, you can easily adapt this recipe to your cooking preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this versatile stew has something for everyone. Dive into the detailed recipes within the article to discover how to make this satisfying dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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ITALIAN WHITE BEAN AND SAUSAGE STEW
This comforting and substantial white bean and sausage stew is a soup that eats like a meal! Browning the sausage in a dry pan creates a beautiful fond that adds rich flavor. With beans, greens, and sausage, this stew is incredibly nutritious and warms you from the inside out. Serve with a hunk of crusty Italian bread.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 9h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Soak beans in cold water, 8 hours to overnight.
- Drain beans and set aside.
- Make a cut down the center of each sausage and peel off the casing. Transfer sausage into a dry soup pot over medium-high heat. Brown sausage, while breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, 5 to 7 minutes. Cook and stir until juices start to caramelize and stick to the bottom of the pan, creating a fond, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add onion and stir to coat in the rendered sausage fat. Cook until onion starts to turn translucent, about 5 minutes. Add white wine to deglaze the pot. Add black pepper, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, and water.
- Add drained beans, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes. Add salt and continue to simmer until beans are tender, about 30 more minutes. Taste beans to be certain they are perfectly cooked.
- Smash about 1/4 of the beans with a potato masher to give the stew a creamy texture if desired. Stir in chopped kale, increase heat to medium, and cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust salt.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1989.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SAUSAGE AND WHITE BEAN STEW (WEIGHT WATCHERS)
This is the first Weight Watchers recipe I've used, and, boy, am I glad I did! The stew is SO tasty and easy. Even better, the recipe can be modified according to what you have on hand. For instance, I used spinach instead of broccoli rabe and a small white onion since in the place of the red, and instead of the Italian sausage, I used kielbasa. I also added lots of red pepper flakes and some cayenne, too. So have fun with this recipe! I can hardly wait to hear what you think of it.
Provided by CorriePDX
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a stockpot or large nonstick skillet, heat the oil.
- Crumble the sausage into the skillet, and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 8 minutes. (NOTE: If you're using kielbasa, just saute briefly until it browns).
- Add the onion, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper, stirring as needed, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the broccoli rabe, tomatoes and beans; cook until the broccoli rabe is wilted, about five minutes. (If you're using fresh spinach, it will wilt! I promise.
- Just cover it with the bean and sausage mixture and let it cook for about 5 minutes).
- Top with cheese if desired and serve.
WHITE BEAN-SAUSAGE STEW
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook until the onion is just tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in the wine to deglaze the pot and scrape up any browned bits, then simmer until mostly evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, tomatoes, beans, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture is thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Toss the sausages with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil on a baking sheet. Broil, turning halfway through, until well browned and cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Let rest about 5 minutes.
- Remove the bean mixture from the heat and stir in the arugula until just wilted; spoon into bowls. Slice the sausages in half and add to the bowls. Top with basil and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Fat 31 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 43 milligrams, Sodium 1382 milligrams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fiber 20 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 13 grams
SAUSAGE & WHITE BEAN CASSEROLE
Make this easy chipolata, bean and roasted veg one-pan dish for a healthy, flavour-packed meal that the whole family will love. It offers four of your five-a-day
Provided by Lulu Grimes
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Roast the pepper, carrots and onion in a deep baking dish for 15 mins. Add the sausages and roast for a further 10 mins.
- Reduce oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6, tip in the tomatoes and beans, then stir in the stock. Cook for another 35 mins. Stir in the mustard and peas and return to the oven for 5 mins. Rest for 10 mins, then serve with potatoes, pasta or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
HERBED WHITE BEAN AND SAUSAGE STEW
Here's a meaty, cold-weather stew laden with white beans, sweet Italian sausage, rosemary, thyme, cumin and garlic. It is deeply flavored and complex, but quite easy to make. Pan-fry the sausages in a bit of olive oil, then sauté the vegetables with cumin and tomato paste in the drippings. Add plenty of water and the dried beans that, wait for it, you did not have to soak. Simmer until the house is fragrant and the windows fog up (about 2 hours).
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, one pot, main course
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high. Add the sausage and brown until cooked through, about 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel.
- Add the tomato paste and cumin to the pot. Cook, stirring, until dark golden, about 2 minutes. Add the carrots, celery, onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the beans, 8 cups water, salt, thyme, rosemary and bay leaf. Turn the heat up to high and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to low and simmer gently until the beans are tender, about 2 hours, adding more water if needed to make sure the beans remain submerged.
- When beans are tender, return the sausage to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into warm bowls and serve drizzled with more vinegar and olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 200, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 569 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
Tips:
- Choose lean sausage: Opt for ground turkey or chicken sausage to reduce saturated fat and calories.
- Use low-sodium broth: This will help control the sodium content of the stew.
- Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, nutrients, and bulk to the stew. Choose a variety of vegetables that you enjoy, such as carrots, celery, onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
- Use dried beans: Dried beans are more economical and nutritious than canned beans. Be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You may also want to add a touch of cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
- Serve with whole-grain bread or rice: This will help round out the meal and make it more satisfying.
Conclusion:
This sausage and white bean stew is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a healthy and Weight Watchers-friendly recipe. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this stew even healthier. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sausage and white bean stew a try!
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