This One Skillet Italian Sausage and Harvest Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. The dish combines the robust, savory flavor of spicy Italian sausage with the earthy sweetness of carrots and potatoes, all simmered together with ripe tomatoes. Fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme infuse the stew with aromatic warmth, creating a complex and satisfying flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, no-fuss recipe that requires minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The vegetables become tender and melt-in-your-mouth, while the sausage retains its zesty kick. Serve it family-style with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. ItâÂÂs a wholesome, hearty meal that brings home-style warmth to your table without any complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients.
One Skillet: Italian Sausage And Harvest Vegetable Stew
Description
This One Skillet Italian Sausage and Harvest Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. The dish combines the robust, savory flavor of spicy Italian sausage with the earthy sweetness of carrots and potatoes, all simmered together with ripe tomatoes. Fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme infuse the stew with aromatic warmth, creating a complex and satisfying flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple, no-fuss recipe that requires minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The vegetables become tender and melt-in-your-mouth, while the sausage retains its zesty kick. Serve it family-style with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices. ItâÂÂs a wholesome, hearty meal that brings home-style warmth to your table without any complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Slit the sausage skins lengthwise with a knife tip, then remove the meat and pinch it into small meatballs.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
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Add the sausage meatballs and onions to the skillet.
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Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sausage is nicely browned.
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Stir in the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and chopped thyme.
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Add the carrot chunks, potato chunks, and chopped tomatoes to the skillet.
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Bring the mixture to a slow boil.
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Reduce heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are very tender.
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Stir occasionally during cooking; if the stew looks dry, add up to 1/4 cup of boiling water as needed.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle each portion with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 283.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.0g30%
- Saturated Fat 4.8g24%
- Cholesterol 26.7mg9%
- Sodium 406.2mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.6g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 16.1g33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
You can replace fresh ripe tomatoes with 3 (14-oz) cans of tomatoes, drained and chopped.
For a milder flavor, use sweet Italian sausage instead of spicy.
This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
