One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable Stew
A hearty, comforting stew featuring regional sausage and fresh vegetables simmered to tender perfection in a savory broth. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced carrot, diced celery stalk, large, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked regional pork sausage
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrot
- 2, diced celery stalk
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 medium, diced into 1-inch cubes red potatoes
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces green beans
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 12 oz sliced smoked regional pork sausage and sauté for 5 minutes until browned and edges are crispy.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 2 diced medium carrots to the pot, cooking for 6-7 minutes until the vegetables soften and onions turn translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 2 tbsp tomato paste, stirring well to coat the vegetables and sausage.
- Step 4: Add 3 diced medium red potatoes, 1 cup trimmed and cut green beans, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the stew thickens slightly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable Stew take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable 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 diced celery stalk from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable 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 One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable 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.
What goes well with One-Pot Midwest Sausage and Vegetable Stew?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
