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Croatian Bean Stew

Croatian · Dinner · Easy

Croatian Bean Stew

Total
50 min
Prep
15 min
Serves
4
Calories
480
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White beans simmer with smoked sausage, tomatoes and softened shallots in a thick, paprika-scented broth that welcomes a piece of bread.

Canned beans make Croatian Bean Stew manageable on a weeknight while smoked sausage gives the pot a long-cooked savor. Some beans are mashed against the side of the pan to thicken the tomato broth without adding flour.

Use a fully cooked smoked pork sausage and drain the beans before adding them. The sausage and broth contribute salt, so begin with the small amount listed and taste after the stew has reduced.

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Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the smoked pork sausage and cook for until browned at the edges, then lift onto a plate.

  2. Add the shallots to the pot and cook for until soft. Stir in the garlic and paprika for until fragrant.

  3. Add the tomatoes and cook for until their juices run. Stir in the cannellini beans, chicken broth, salt, black pepper and browned sausage.

  4. Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for until the broth thickens and the fully cooked sausage is hot throughout (165°F). Mash a few beans against the pot, stir in the parsley and serve.

Forkue tips

  • A fully cooked kielbasa-style sausage works well here; raw sausage needs a separate cooking check before it goes into the stew.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a saucepan with a little water, since the beans thicken the broth as they stand.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

480Calories
25gProtein
38gCarbs
25gFat

Croatian Bean Stew: FAQ

Can I use dried beans?

Yes, but cook them separately until tender first. Add about 3 cups of cooked beans at the same point as the canned beans.

Can I make it thicker?

Mash a larger spoonful of beans and stir it back into the pot. This thickens the broth without changing its flavor.

How do I store and reheat Croatian Bean Stew?

Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a saucepan with a little water, since the beans thicken the broth as they stand.

How long does Croatian Bean Stew take?

About 50 min in total: 15 min prep and 35 min cooking.

What do I need to make Croatian Bean Stew?

The key ingredients are canned cannellini beans, smoked pork sausage, shallots, garlic, tomatoes and paprika, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Croatian Bean Stew?

A fully cooked kielbasa-style sausage works well here; raw sausage needs a separate cooking check before it goes into the stew.

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