Italian Style Three Bean Turkey Stew

Ingredients

• Greek Yogurt or
• Shredded Cheese or
• Chopped Green Onions or
• Chopped Fresh Parsley
• 4 to 5 Links Hot or Mild Italian Style Turkey Sausages (Remove Meat From Casings) May Also Use 1 Pound Ground Turkey
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 Medium Onion, Peeled And Chopped
• 2 Stalks Celery, Chopped
• 3 Carrots, Stem Ends Removed And Chopped
• 4 Cloves Garlic, Peeled And Finely Minced
• 1 To 2 Hot Red Peppers, Chopped (Optional)
• 1 (28 Ounce) Can Chopped Tomatoes
• 3 (15 Ounce) Cans Beans (Cannellini, Black, Kidney, Chickpea or Romano Are Recommended)
• 1 (6 Ounce) Can Tomato Paste
• 2 Cups Chicken Broth (Or Water)
• 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasonings
• Salt & Pepper
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
• 1/3 Cup Chopped Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large heavy saucepan, add the olive...: In a large heavy saucepan, add the olive oil and sausage meat and cook over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink and is beginning to brown.

2. 2

   Add the onions, celery, and carrots, and continue...: Add the onions, celery, and carrots, and continue to cook until the vegetables begin to soften.

3. 3

   Add the garlic and hot pepper if using...: Add the garlic and hot pepper if using and cook an additional minute or two.

4. 4

   Add the 3 cans of beans, tomatoes, tomato...: Add the 3 cans of beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, seasonings and herbs and mix well.

5. 5

   Cook until mixture begins to boil, then reduce...: Cook until mixture begins to boil, then reduce heat and cook for an additional hour until thick.

6. 6

   If stew thickens too much, add additional water...: If stew thickens too much, add additional water as needed.

7. 7

   Taste, and adjust seasonings as needed.

8. 8

   Serve in individual bowls with choice of toppings.