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White Bean Sausage Skillet

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This One-Pan White Bean Sausage Skillet is a quick, hearty dish packed with smoky sausage and creamy white beans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with any neutral oil
  • 12 ounces Smoked or Italian Sausage Use any pre-cooked sausage of choice
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 can White Beans Drained, use Great Northern or cannellini
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable broth is a great swap for vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on the saltiness of your sausage and broth
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Ground pepper can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can work in a pinch
  • 2 cups Curly Kale Can be replaced with spinach
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Fresh lemon is preferred for maximum acidity
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, can substitute with Pecorino
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread Sourdough or baguette pairs well

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the smoked or Italian sausage and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the drained white beans, chicken stock, kosher salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Lightly mash some of the remaining beans and stir into the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the curly kale and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, mixing until the cheese melts.
  8. Return the sausage to the skillet, and toss everything together. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth for moisture.

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