Italian Bean And Sausage Stew Recipe

Name: Italian Bean And Sausage Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. Italian bulk sausage; 2 medium onions, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1 clove garlic, minced; 28 oz. can Italian plum tomatoes (undrained), cut into bite size pieces; 16 oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 2/3 c. picante sauce; 1/2 tsp. basil; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1 large green pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1 medium zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch, dissolved in 1 Tbsp. water; 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb. Italian bulk sausage
2 medium onions, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
28 oz. can Italian plum tomatoes (undrained), cut into bite size pieces
16 oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2/3 c. picante sauce
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 large green pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 Tbsp. cornstarch, dissolved in 1 Tbsp. water
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1
Cook sausage in 12-inch skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
2
Add onions and garlic; cook until sausage is no longer pink.
3
Pour off fat.
4
Add tomatoes, beans, picante sauce, basil and oregano.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
7
Add green pepper, zucchini and cornstarch mixture; continue to simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender and sauce is thickened.
8
Sprinkle with cheese and serve with additional picante sauce.
9
Makes about eight 1/2 cups.

256

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. Italian bulk sausage, 2 medium onions, cut into 3/4-inch pieces, 1 clove garlic, minced, 28 oz. can Italian plum tomatoes (undrained), cut into bite size pieces, and more.

Yes, Italian Bean And Sausage Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Italian Bean And Sausage Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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