Description
Create a delicious white bean and smoked sausage skillet with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. Get the best flavor with minimal effort for a perfect weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa, andouille), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil if needed. Brown the sliced smoked sausage until crispy on the edges, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the drained and rinsed white beans. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and beans to become creamy.
- Stir the cooked sausage back into the skillet. If using, add spinach or kale and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins