One-Pot Italian Sausage and White Bean Stew with Rosemary

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

A rustic Italian stew simmered in one pot combining savory sausage, creamy white beans, and fragrant rosemary. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs Italian sausage links, cannellini beans, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 5, 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

• 1 lb, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds Italian sausage links
• 2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed cannellini beans
• 1 large, diced carrot
• 2, diced celery stalks
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional) crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb sliced Italian sausage and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium chopped onion, 1 large diced carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks to the pot. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cans (15 oz each) drained and rinsed cannellini beans and 4 cups chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes until stew thickens slightly and flavors meld.