White Bean and Sausage Stew

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This hearty stew simmers white beans with browned sausage, garlic, paprika and broth. Soak dried beans overnight and cook until fully tender; older beans may need longer than the source’s stated time. Drain soaked beans and rinse. Simmer in fresh water 45 to 60 minutes until tender, then drain. Heat oil in a heavy pot. Brown sausage slices 4 to 5 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add onion to pot and cook 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and paprika for 30 seconds. Add cooked beans, sausage, broth and bay leaves. Simmer 20 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves and scatter parsley over stew.

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White Bean and Sausage Stew

White beans and sausage simmered with garlic, paprika and broth.

Prep 15 minCook 85 minTotal 100 minYield 6 servings

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Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable pan

Ingredients

300 g dried white beans, soaked overnight 400 g smoked sausage, sliced 1 whole large onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp neutral oil 1 tsp sweet paprika 1 l chicken or vegetable broth 2 whole bay leaves 1 tsp fine salt, to taste 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare beans

   Drain soaked beans and rinse. Simmer in fresh water 45 to 60 minutes until tender, then drain.

2. Brown sausage

   Heat oil in a heavy pot. Brown sausage slices 4 to 5 minutes; transfer to a plate.

3. Cook aromatics

   Add onion to pot and cook 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and paprika for 30 seconds.

4. Simmer stew

   Add cooked beans, sausage, broth and bay leaves. Simmer 20 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

5. Serve

   Remove bay leaves and scatter parsley over stew.

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How to tell when it is ready

Cook until tender, set or golden as described.

Tips

• Measure and prepare ingredients before cooking.
• Cut ingredients into even-sized pieces.
• Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
• Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.

Troubleshooting

• If the mixture is too thick, add liquid gradually.
• If browning too quickly, lower the heat.

Substitutions

• Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
• Choose a compatible dairy-free option where appropriate.

Variations

• Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
• Add citrus for a brighter flavor.

Serving suggestions

• Pair with a crisp seasonal salad.
• Offer fresh herbs or a suitable sauce.
• Add vegetables or fruit on the side.
• Serve warm for the best texture.

Make ahead

Measure ingredients ahead and refrigerate perishable components; finish shortly before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Food safety

Contains meat. Soak and fully cook dried beans; refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.

How should I store white bean and sausage stew?

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Serve promptly and store leftovers safely.