Dive into the hearty flavors of this *Easy Smoked Turkey Sausage Cassoulet*, a comforting one-pot dish that transforms simple ingredients into a rich, flavorful meal. Featuring smoky turkey sausage, tender white beans, and aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this recipe is elevated with fragrant herbs, smoked paprika, and a splash of low-sodium chicken broth for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Ready in under an hour, it's an effortlessly satisfying dinner option for busy weeknights, while the classic cassoulet combination ensures a warm, rustic appeal. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, and pair it with crusty bread for a complete, soul-soothing dining experience.
Slice the smoked turkey sausage into 1/2-inch rounds.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the drained and rinsed white beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, dried thyme, smoked paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Return the browned sausage to the pot and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the cassoulet warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5384 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.2 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.2 g | 197% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 115.4 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 758 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 25.7 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 5292 mg | 113% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.