Sausage and White Bean Skillet
A hearty and flavorful one-pan dish combining beef sausage, creamy white beans, and fresh kale.
Equipment
- 12-inch skillet For cooking the dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 12 ounces beef sausage, sliced ¼-inch thick
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed (15-ounce each)
- 1.5 cups chicken stock
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced
- 0.5 bunch curly kale, torn about 3 cups packed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated plus extra for serving
- red pepper flakes for serving (optional)
- crusty bread for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the beef sausage slices and cook until browned on both sides, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add two-thirds of the drained beans and 1 cup of chicken stock to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a medium bowl, mash the remaining beans with a fork until a thick paste forms. Add this bean paste to the skillet and stir well. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until the beans are heated through and the stock is bubbling.
- Add the torn kale to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring often, until the sauce becomes creamy, slightly reduced, and the kale has wilted, about 2 more minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, then add the cooked sausage back to the skillet. If you prefer a creamier texture, gradually add the remaining chicken stock. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Cook, stirring, until the sausage is warmed through. Serve hot, topped with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired, alongside crusty bread.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, you can omit the sausage and add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Feel free to experiment with different types of greens, such as spinach or Swiss chard. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.