Salsiccia e Fagioli

Salsiccia e Fagioli is a comforting Italian dish featuring savory sausage paired with hearty beans in a rich, flavorful sauce. This high-protein meal is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table.

Ingredients

• Italian sausage (pork or chicken) - 250 grams
• Canned cannellini beans - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Vegetable broth - 150 milliliters
• Fresh rosemary - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - for serving, grated (optional)

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Remove the sausage from its casing and add it to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, and fresh rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in fiber from beans, promoting digestive health.

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