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Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Skillet with spinach and parmesan

Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Sausage Skillet

A cozy one-pan meal that's creamy, hearty, and ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian or smoked sausage Choose a type you enjoy.
  • 1 medium onion, diced For flavor base.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup broth Use vegetable or chicken broth.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For the creamy sauce.
  • 2 cans canned white beans (cannellini or great northern), rinsed Main hearty component.
  • 2 cups spinach or kale Add at the end for freshness.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For adding creaminess and flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning to preference.
  • pinch chili flakes Optional for heat.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. If using very lean sausage, add a tiny drizzle of oil.
  2. Cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced onion and sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to lift brown bits. Add cream and stir, keeping the heat medium or medium-low.
  5. Stir in rinsed white beans and return the sausage to the skillet. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Turn off the heat, and stir in grated Parmesan. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired.

Notes

Serve this hearty dish with crusty bread, over rice or pasta, or with mashed potatoes for comfort food vibes. A sprinkle of lemon zest before serving brightens the flavors.