Great Northern Italian Casserole Recipe

Name: Great Northern Italian Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. Great Northern beans; 6 c. water; 1/2 lb. Italian sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1/4 c. olive oil; 1 c. onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 c. celery, chopped; 1/2 tsp. thyme, crushed; 1/4 tsp. basil, crushed; 1/4 tsp. oregano, crushed; 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste; 2 c. bean liquid; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

2 c. Great Northern beans
6 c. water
1/2 lb. Italian sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/4 c. olive oil
1 c. onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 c. celery, chopped
1/2 tsp. thyme, crushed
1/4 tsp. basil, crushed
1/4 tsp. oregano, crushed
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
2 c. bean liquid
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, grated

1
Sort and rinse beans.
2
Cover with water and cook until barely tender, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
3
Drain.
4
Pour beans into a 2-quart casserole.
5
Reserve liquid from beans.
6
Lightly brown sausage in oil.
7
Add onion, garlic and celery.
8
Cook until tender.
9
Add seasoning, tomato paste, 2 cups bean liquid and salt.
10
Pour over beans.
11
Stir.
12
Cover.
13
Bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour.
14
Add more bean liquid if necessary.
15
Top with cheese and brown lightly.

392

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. Great Northern beans, 6 c. water, 1/2 lb. Italian sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick, 1/4 c. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Great Northern Italian Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Great Northern Italian Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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