Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew
A hearty, slow-cooked stew featuring tender sausage, creamy white beans, and aromatic herbs, perfect for cold evenings. This italian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 100 minutes pairs Italian sausage, dried cannellini beans, large onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 400g Italian sausage
- 200g dried cannellini beans
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 celery stalk
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 liter vegetable broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse beans and soak overnight. Dice onion, mince garlic, and chop carrot and celery into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot. Add sausage and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining oil, then sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in oregano and bay leaf.
- Step 4: Add soaked beans, broth, and 200ml water. Bring to a boil, then simmer 1 hour.
- Step 5: Return sausage to pot, reduce heat, and cook 20 minutes until beans are tender. Season with salt and pepper.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew take to make?
Total time is about 100 minutes (20 min prep + 80 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep italian sausage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Authentic Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Stew vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
