Minestra With Sweet Sausage Recipe

Name: Minestra With Sweet Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb sweet bulk sausage; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans; 2 bunches escarole, coarsely shredded; salt; pepper; freshly grated nutmeg; 1 (32 ounce) container chicken stock; 2 cups water; 3/4 cup whole wheat penne or 3/4 cup ditalini; 2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated; grated pecorino romano cheese, for passing around the table

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb sweet bulk sausage
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
2 bunches escarole, coarsely shredded
salt
pepper
freshly grated nutmeg
1 (32 ounce) container chicken stock
2 cups water
3/4 cup whole wheat penne or 3/4 cup ditalini
2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
grated pecorino romano cheese, for passing around the table

1
In a soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes, then stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4
Add the beans and escarole; season with salt, pepper and a little nutmeg.
5
Add the chicken stock and 2 cups water, cover and bring to a boil.
6
Uncover the pot, stir in the pasta, lower the heat and cook until the pasta is al dente, 6-7 minutes.
7
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon peel.
8
Top with lots of cheese.

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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 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 lb sweet bulk sausage, 1 onion, chopped, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Minestra With Sweet Sausage 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!

Minestra With Sweet Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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