Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Green Bean and Sausage Soup: A Timeless Sicilian Favourite
Dive into the rich flavours of Sicily with this hearty green bean and sausage soup, a classic dish brimming with authentic taste and wholesome goodness.
📖 What is it
Dive into the rich flavours of Sicily with this hearty green bean and sausage soup, a classic dish brimming with authentic taste and wholesome goodness.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1 kg green beans
- ✓ 500 g Sicilian sausage
- ✓ 2 onions
- ✓ 1 clove garlic
- ✓ 2 ripe tomatoes
- ✓ extra virgin olive oil
- ✓ salt
- ✓ red wine
- ✓ freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Let the genuine aromas of Sicily fill your kitchen with this green bean and sausage soup, a dish steeped in tradition and bursting with honest flavours. The gentle sweetness of fresh green beans perfectly balances the rich, savoury sausage, all enhanced by the comforting scent of sautéed onion and garlic. Ideal for cosy autumn evenings, this recipe will whisk you away to the sun-drenched fields and vibrant markets of the Sicilian countryside.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Remove the casing from the sausage and crumble the meat.
- 2
Trim the green beans, discard the ends, and wash them thoroughly under running water. Boil them in plenty of salted water until tender.
- 3
In a large pan, gently fry the crumbled sausage with sliced onions and crushed garlic in a splash of extra virgin olive oil.
- 4
Deglaze with red wine and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Blanch the tomatoes, peel them, remove the seeds, and chop into small pieces. Stir them into the sausage mixture and cook for another 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the cooked green beans to the pan and simmer over a medium-low heat for a further 30 minutes.
- 7
Finish with a generous grind of black pepper and serve the soup piping hot.
💡 Tips and Variations
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For a bit of a kick, toss in a pinch of fresh chilli when frying the sausage and onions.
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Opt for turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter, milder version without losing the rich flavour.
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Cooking in a terracotta pot can really bring out the rustic, traditional flavours of this dish.
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Add a teaspoon of tomato purée during cooking for an extra depth of umami.
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For a vegetarian twist, swap the sausage for fresh porcini mushrooms sautéed with garlic and parsley.
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The secret to this recipe lies in the slow, gentle simmering which allows all the flavours to meld beautifully.
📦 Storage
- • Store the soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours to keep it fresh and flavoursome.
- • For longer storage, freeze in individual portions using freezer-safe bags and enjoy within a month.
- • When reheating, do so gently on the stove over a low heat to preserve the texture and original aromas.
🍷 Pairing
This soup pairs wonderfully with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, the Sicilian red whose fruity and spicy notes complement the dish beautifully. Alternatively, a young Nero d'Avola or a fresh Frappato works just as well. If you prefer wines from outside Sicily, a light Chianti Classico or an elegant Pinot Noir make excellent companions.
Whipping up this green bean and sausage soup is like bringing a slice of Sicily right into your home — full of authentic flavours and cherished traditions. I warmly encourage you to give this recipe a go; it’s perfect for sharing cosy, heartfelt moments with your loved ones. Don’t forget to share your cooking adventures and pass the recipe along to friends and family using the social buttons below — happy cooking!
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