Hearty Swiss Chard and Sausage Stew

Ingredients

Italian sausage

1 pound, casings removed

Onion

1 medium, chopped

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Swiss chard

1 bunch, stems removed and leaves chopped

Cannellini beans

2 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed

Diced tomatoes

1 can (14.5 oz)

Chicken broth

4 cups

Italian seasoning

1 tablespoon

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup, grated (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
2. Once the sausage is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped Swiss chard leaves to the pot, stirring until they wilt down, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
5. Bring the stew to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.
6. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.