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This sausage stew recipe is hearty, easy to make, and has a tasty mix of vegetables for a flavorful and filling meal! It has only 15 minutes of prep time.
Love stews? Try my Beef Stew, this Easy Chicken Stew, or Hamburger Stew.
Why you’ll love it
Sausage stew is one of those cozy recipes that’s not at all hard to make and you can have on the table quickly. It’s one of my go-to meals when I don’t really feel like putting in a ton of effort and is loaded with sausage, beans, and veggies in a savory broth.
This simple sausage stew makes up to six portions, so it’s wonderful for meal prep for the rest of the week. It also tastes even better the next day or the day after that when the flavors have a chance to meld and become richer! What’s not to love?
What you’ll need
- Sausage – try Ukrainian smoked sausage or kielbasa
- Olive oil and butter – for sautéing
- Aromatics – garlic, onions, celery are the building blocks of flavor
- Broth – I use beef broth, or use chicken if preferred/that’s all you have
- Seasonings – to get plenty of savory, smoky flavor I use Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika
- Veggies – carrots and red bell peppers have a sweetness that fabulously complements the sausage!
- Potatoes – I love how Russet potatoes fall apart in this stew, but you could use a different variety such a red potatoes or Yukon Gold. They tend to stay intact more.
- Cannellini beans – to make this soup a hearty complete meal
Helpful tips
- The liquid will cook down as this stew simmers and the potatoes fall apart and release starch. It doesn’t have as much liquid as a soup, but if you want more of a soupy texture, simply add in some more broth or water if the liquid seems to be getting too low.
- To save some prep time, I will start by prepping the sausage, and then I prep the onion, carrots, and celery while it cooks. I then prep the bell pepper and potatoes while the onion/carrots/celery cook.
How to make sausage stew
This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.
Begin by sautéing the sliced sausage in a large pot until perfectly browned. Set aside, and then add the butter to the pot and cook the carrots, onions, and celery.
Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and other seasonings. Then add the broth along with the potatoes, cannellini beans, and red bell pepper. Add the sausage back in and simmer!
Tools for this recipe
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- Here is the Dutch oven I use for all my soups and stews.
- Chopping goes smoothly with a quality, sharp chef’s knife and a sturdy cutting board.
- Mince the garlic with a garlic press. No peeling needed first.
Substitutions and variations
- If you want to use regular uncooked Italian sausages (I suggest a sweet Italian variety), take the meat out of its casing and sauté it until browned, then drain excess fat if there’s a lot of it, and proceed with the recipe as indicated.
- The beans can be left out if needed or replaced by a different variety of canned beans (red kidney, navy, pinto, etc.).
- If you want to give this a spicy kick, add in a few dashes of cayenne pepper or use hot paprika.
What to serve with this stew
- It’s a complete meal in itself, but dipping a slice of crusty bread into it is always a good idea.
- If you’re craving a salad, try making a Caesar salad with my famous Homemade Caesar Dressing and my Garlic Parmesan Croutons. Mixed greens with this Olive Garden Salad Dressing would also be the perfect pairing.
Leftovers and storage
- Leftovers of this stew will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- Reheat on the stove on a low heat for best results.
- You can also freeze this soup in an airtight container for up to 4 months.
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Sausage Stew
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced, see note
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 sticks celery chopped
- 3 medium carrots peeled & chopped fairly thin
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 2 Russet potatoes peeled & diced fairly small
- 1 (14 fluid ounce) can white (cannellini) beans drained
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the sausage pieces and olive oil to a pot and sauté over medium-high heat until crispy and nicely browned (about 8-10 minutes), then transfer to a plate.
- Add the butter, onion, celery, and carrots to the pot. Cook until the onions are starting to lightly brown (about 8-10 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the broth, bell pepper, potatoes, beans, and add the sausage back to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a rapid simmer. Cook, covered (with the lid slightly open), stirring occasionally, for at least 30 minutes or until the potatoes are fall-apart tender, the carrots have softened, and the flavors have had some time to build. Add more broth or water if it looks like the liquid is getting too low. This isn't meant to have as much liquid as a soup would, but feel free to add more than suggested (I would add 1/2 cup at a time).
Notes
- To save some prep time, I will start by prepping the sausage, and then I prep the onion, carrots, and celery while it cooks. I then prep the bell pepper and potatoes while the onion/carrots/celery cooks.
- What kind of sausage to use? I bought a coil of already cooked Ukrainian sausage. Kielbasa is similar and will work too. You could even used uncooked sausage (like Italian sausage). I’d take it out of the casings and crumble it if going that route.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I ve never made sausage stew before, but this recipe made me feel like a chef ! It turned out WONDERFUL !! I used smoked sausage & added petite diced tomatoes. Family really enjoyed it & YES, IT AAS EVEN BETTER THE FOLLOWING DAY!! WILL DEFINITELY MAKE AGAIN.
Thanks so much, Carol! 😀
This receipt tastes fantastic
Thank you!
This was awesome!
Thanks so much, Mark! 😀
Awesome recipe! I used leftover jalapeño cheddar brats that I grilled on father’s day. My 3 year old son loved it, and he’s a picky eater. Lol
I love that!! 😀 Thanks for your review, Douglas!