Italian Greens and Beans With Sausage Variation

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Italian Greens and Beans With Sausage Variation Perfect for Weekday Dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

420

Sugar

Fat

25g

Italian Greens and Beans With Sausage Variation is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for weekday dinners. The dish is packed with protein and healthy ingredients such as escarole, cannellini beans, and tomatoes. The addition of sausage makes it a filling and satisfying meal that is sure to please the whole family. The recipe can easily be adapted to suit different tastes by using sweet or mild sausage instead of hot. This dish can be served on its own or with a side of bread, rice, or pasta. It's easy to make and requires only one pot, which means less time spent on cleanup and more time enjoying a delicious and healthy meal.

Instructions

1.	Wash and cut the head(s) of escarole into approx. 1-inch-by-2 1/2-inch pieces.
2.	Extra-virgin olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onion is fragrant and has turned translucent and tender.
3.	Stir in garlic, and sauté for another 20 seconds until fragrant.
4.	Add sausage and crumble it into smaller pieces, and cook until browned, using a spatula to break the larger pieces up.
5.	Add the escarole, and cook until it wilts and becomes tender.
6.	Add canned cannellini beans, chopped tomatoes, and chicken broth, and stir gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the liquid is reduced by half.

PROS

This dish is full of healthy ingredients such as escarole, cannellini beans, and tomatoes.

The protein from the sausage makes it a filling and satisfying meal.

It can be made in one pot, which means easy cleanup.

CONS

The sausage in this dish can be high in calories and fat.

It may not be suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Canned beans are used in this recipe, which may contain added sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Escarole is rich in vitamins C, K, and A, as well as folate and fiber.
Cannellini beans are an excellent source of protein and fiber and are low in fat and calories.
Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C and potassium and can provide a boost of antioxidants.

	2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
	1 yellow onion
	3 garlic cloves
	1 lb hot Italian sausage
	1 -2 head escarole
	1 tomatoes
	1 cup chicken broth
	2 cans cannellini beans , thoroughly rinsed and drained