Description
Hearty Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Stew delivers comfort straight from Italian kitchens with rich, bold flavors. Simmering sausage, herbs, and velvety parmesan create a soul-warming meal that pulls you close with irresistible warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage, casing removed
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces/411 grams) diced tomatoes, undrained
Pantry and Dairy Ingredients:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can (15 ounces/425 grams) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Unleash a robust flavor profile by searing the Italian sausage in a spacious cooking vessel, methodically crumbling the meat while allowing its natural oils to caramelize and develop a deep golden-brown complexion.
- Elevate the aromatic base by introducing finely chopped onions, pungent garlic, and a whisper of red pepper flakes, sautéing until the vegetables transform into a translucent, fragrant foundation.
- Deglaze the pot with rich chicken broth, scraping away the concentrated flavor deposits clinging to the bottom, creating a complex liquid base that captures the essence of the browned sausage.
- Introduce a luxurious dimension by incorporating velvety heavy cream, sharp Parmesan cheese, tender spinach leaves, vibrant diced tomatoes, and creamy cannellini beans, stirring to harmonize the diverse ingredients.
- Allow the stew to gently simmer, enabling the flavors to intertwine and develop depth, periodically stirring to prevent scorching and ensure an even distribution of ingredients, until the liquid slightly thickens and the components meld into a cohesive, comforting dish.
Notes
- Packed with rich, hearty flavors from browned Italian sausage and creamy Parmesan, this one-pot stew delivers comfort in every spoonful.
- Quick and easy to prepare, the recipe comes together in under 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Cannellini beans and spinach boost nutritional value, adding protein, fiber, and essential vitamins to the meal.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for maximum flavor depth and avoid pre-grated varieties that can contain anti-caking agents.
- For a spicier kick, increase red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper to personalize the heat level.
- Leftovers store beautifully in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, with flavors continuing to develop and intensify overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg