Warm up your mornings with a cozy and filling Hearty Sausage & Bean Breakfast Stew! This delicious one-pot dish combines juicy chicken sausages, savory ground pork, and creamy cannellini beans, all simmered together with fresh herbs, tomatoes, and a touch of garlic. It’s a perfect option for chilly mornings when you want something more substantial to start your day. With gluten-free breadcrumbs and a mix of simple, wholesome ingredients, this stew not only packs protein but is also gluten-free friendly. The best part? It’s easy to prepare, and leftovers can be stored for quick, satisfying meals throughout the week. Whether you’re serving up a comforting weekend brunch or prepping meals in advance, this hearty stew is sure to become a breakfast favorite.
Recipe
12 oz. (340g) chicken sausages, pricked with a fork
2.1 oz. (60g) gluten free breadcrumbs
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 carrot, grated
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lb. (450g) ground pork
2 tbsp. tomato paste
14.2 fl oz. (420ml) water
14 oz. (400g) can chopped tomatoes
2 sprigs thyme or rosemary, plus extra to garnish
2x 14 oz. (400g) cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
How to Prepare
Heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook for 8 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate and when cool, slice.
Add bread crumbs and ¼ teaspoon of salt to the pot, cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden. Transfer to a bowl.
Wipe the pot, then heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes.
Increase heat to medium-high. Add ground pork, season with salt & pepper, cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up pork with a wooden spoon.
Add tomato paste, coat the pork and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in water, tomatoes and thyme (or rosemary), scraping up browned bits from the base of the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often, until sauce thickens slightly.
Add the beans and sliced sausage to the pot. Cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Discard thyme sprigs (or rosemary).
Serve topped with panko and thyme leaves or rosemary springs.
Storage: Store seasoned panko in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. The sausage can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or in the freezer for 2 months.
