Italian Sausage and White Bean Stew with Fennel and Basil

This hearty Italian Sausage and White Bean Stew with Fennel and Basil is great for a cozy evening. The combination of Italian sausage, creamy white beans, aromatic fennel, and fresh basil makes this dish appealing. It’s more than a weeknight meal, offering warmth with each spoonful.

Ingredients

• 1 lb italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 15 oz cans white beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large pot, cook the italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it into pieces with a wooden spoon.
2. Add the sliced fennel and garlic to the pot and cook until the fennel is tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the white beans, chicken broth, and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 20 minutes.
4. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, tasting as you go.
5. Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Keywords: Hearty, Creamy, Aromatic, Cozy

Spice Rack: Salt, Pepper, Dried Oregano

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