Cotechino and Braised Beans Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of Italian cuisine with this mouthwatering Cotechino and Braised Beans recipe. This hearty dish features tender cotechino sausage served on a bed of flavorful braised beans. The combination of savory sausage and rich beans creates a delightful and satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course and impress your friends and family with this classic Italian dish. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a taste of Italy in no time. Try this recipe today and elevate your dinner table!

Ingredients

• 1 pound cotechino sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Place the cotechino sausage in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
3. In a separate large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Remove the cotechino sausage from the boiling water and add it to the pot with the beans. Cover and transfer to the preheated oven.
6. Bake for 1.5 hours, or until the sausage is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
7. Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes.
8. Slice the cotechino sausage into thick rounds and serve on top of the braised beans. Garnish with fresh parsley.
9. Enjoy your delicious Cotechino and Braised Beans!

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