Linguiça and White Bean Stew Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound linguiça sausage, sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced linguiça sausage and cook until browned, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add the drained and rinsed white beans, undrained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 35 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for browning the sausage
- Low heat for simmering the stew
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 390
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chorizo or kielbasa sausage can be used instead of linguiça sausage.
- Cannellini beans or navy beans can be used instead of white beans.
- Vegetable broth can be used instead of chicken broth.

Variations:
- Add chopped kale or spinach to the stew for extra nutrition.
- Use fire-roasted diced tomatoes for a smokier flavor.
- Add a splash of red wine or sherry to the stew for depth of flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to drain and rinse the white beans before adding them to the stew to remove excess sodium.
- Don't skip the smoked paprika, as it adds a lot of flavor to the stew.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the stew.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the stew in a pot over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the stew in individual bowls with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley on top.

Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley

Pairings:
- Crusty bread
- Green salad

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the stew is too thick, add more chicken broth or water to thin it out.
- If the stew is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.

Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the sausage to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Linguiça sausage is a Portuguese sausage that is commonly used in stews and soups.

Flavor profiles:
- Smoky, savory, slightly spicy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the stew hot with crusty bread for dipping.

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Region: Portuguese

Taste: Savory, Smoky, Hearty, Tangy, Herbal