Hearty Italian Sausage Stew

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Hearty Italian Sausage Stew, a rustic yet flavor-packed dish perfect for cozy nights. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of savory Italian sausage, creamy cannellini beans, and bite-sized potatoes, all simmered in a rich tomato broth infused with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Nutritious vegetables—carrots, celery, and onions—add depth and vibrant color, while a hint of red pepper flakes offers optional heat for spice lovers. Ready in just an hour, this filling stew is ideal for family dinners and makes for fantastic leftovers. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and slices of crusty bread to sop up every last drop of this hearty, Italian-inspired comfort food. Perfect for meal prepping or entertaining, it’s a must-try recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate 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 soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Stir in the diced potatoes, and then add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the cannellini beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the beans to warm through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy with crusty bread on the side!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3399.4 grams (3399.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2501

Total Fat 125.00g	160%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 6181mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 215.80g	78%
Dietary Fiber 43.10g	154%
Total Sugars 41.80g
Protein 129.60g	259%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 679mg	52%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 7466mg	159%

*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: 44.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 34.4%