Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRocco’s Wood Fired PizzaBeans & Greens With Italian Sausage Recipe

Beans & Greens With Italian Sausage Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Beans & Greens With Italian Sausage Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse and drain the cannellini beans. Remove the stems from the kale and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.

  2. 3

    Sauté Garlic and Kale

    Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Next, add the chopped kale and cook for another 3-4 minutes until wilted.

  3. 4

    Add Beans and Broth

    Stir in the rinsed cannellini beans and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.

  4. 5

    Season the Dish

    Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

  5. 6

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

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