Description
Warm up your winter evenings with this delightful Cozy Sausage Stew. Packed with savory Italian sausage, tender vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth, this stew is the ultimate comfort food that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and brimming with robust flavors, it’s perfect for chilly nights or any occasion when you need a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried thyme or 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaf; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Incorporate diced potatoes and canned tomatoes with juices. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 50mg