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Recipe fact sheet Tuscan Sausage and Bean with Swiss Chard
Ingredients (10 portions) Amount
Measure
Name
2.00
floz
Olive oil
4.00
oz
Smoked bacon
2.00
lb
Italian sausage , mild, no casing
1.00
x
Spanish onion , large, diced
2.00
cl
Garlic , minced
6.00
oz
tomato , chopped, with juice
1.00
x
Bay leaf , fresh Laurel, large
3.00
x
Thyme sprigs or marjoram
2.50
qt
Knorr Ultimate Roasted Beef Base 6 x 1 Lb, prepared
3.00
can
Great Northern Beans (small cans), drained
1.00
cup
Balsamic Vinegar
1.00
cup
Parmesan , grated
2.00
Swiss chard , chopped Salt and pepper to taste
2.00
cup
Cheese, Parmesan , shaved
Preparation 1. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and render bacon until crispy. Crumble sausage and cook until done. Add onions and garlic, cook until translucent.
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2. Add tomatoes and fresh herbs. Cook for 1 minute on high heat stirring constantly. Add prepared Knorr Ultimate Beef Base.
3.Lower heat to medium. let simmer for 15 min.
4. Add beans, let cook gently for 5 minutes. Skim off surface oil and scum.
5. Adjust seasoning, turn off heat, and add grated Parmesan cheese and Balsamic vinegar.
6. Before serving add chopped Swiss chard.Stir for 2 minutes or until wilted well.
SERVING IDEAS: • Serve with rustic breads or Artisan breads. • Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley before serving. • Serve with a cheese stick or double garlic croutons. NOTES: • Swiss chard should be added last to prevent sour notes. • Choice of soft greens may be used (spinach, kale, etc.) • Choice of sausages may also be used (smoked Kielbasa, Andouille, smoked Bratwurst, etc.) • For a sweet profile, substitute chopped tomatoes for Ragu Tomato and Herb Sauce. • A small whole rind of Parmesan Reggiano cheese may be dropped in the soup and finished with additional grated cheese. • Dried herbs may be used instead of fresh herbs.
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