Kale and White-Bean Stew
Combining two Portuguese favorites--kale-and-sausage soup and a bean, sausage, and tomato stew--makes a simple, sensational one-pot meal. To keep the focus on the vegetables, we've used just a tiny amount of fresh sausage; you can add more, if you like, or substitute dried chorizo or pepperoni.
How to Make It
Step 1
In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking the meat up with a fork, until the it loses its pink color, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and then stir in the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions start to soften, about 3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the garlic and kale to the pan and cook, stirring, until the kale wilts, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the kale is tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 3
Stir the beans into the stew and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. If you like, mash some of the beans with a fork to thicken the sauce.
Step 4
Wine Recommendation: Since this dish has a strong Portuguese influence, why not pair it with a rustic red from Portugal? Try one of the many delicious examples from the Douro or Ribatejo regions for a lusty combination of food and drink.
Step 5
Notes: Shred kale leaves as fine as possible when making quick soups and stews, so that each bite will include tender greens instead of a chewy mouthful.
Quick from Scratch Vegetable Main Dishes
dgh204's Review
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bahibektoi's Review
I used chicken sausage, but otherwise followed the directions exactly, and it was very good. Will make again!
JodiCA's Review
This was absolutely delicious - although makes way more than enough for four people, probably six servings easily. It's so flavorful and very filling.
I didn't have 19 oz cans of white beand but had 2 15 oz cans of white beans and it was plenty.
Served with garlic bread and a good red wine. Will enjoy again tomorrow for lunch...without the wine.
loblue's Review
My husband and I love this recipe! I add a little water with the tomatoes to have a bit more broth.
StephanieH's Review
since kale is one of the most nutritional foods out there, i wanted to try making something with kale in it. this recipe did not disappoint! i did not use any meat, and i used only 1 onion...it is so fresh tasting, LOVED IT!
do make note of what the recipe says about chopping the kale as finely as you can...it REALLY helps! ENJOY!
Belanos's Review