This spring weather can be so unpredictable at times. One time you’re walking around in a tank top. The other time you’re curled up on the couch craving a big bowl of stew.
This recipe for eggplant sausage stew is one that will change the mind of even eggplant haters.
Not soup but, stew. The hearty stuff that you can probably eat with a fork but, you decide to use a spoon because…how else are you going to get all the good stuff on the bottom?
I heard a rumor that not everyone likes eggplant. That’s just a rumor right? Well, I guess you can tell what side of the fence I am on. This eggplant stew is so good.
The reason that eggplant gets a bad rap is because of the texture. But, the texture of eggplant is not inherent. When eggplant is prepared the right way, the results are simply delicious and delightful.
The recipe has Italian sausage cooked low and slow and then it can be topped with crispy Italian sausage at then end.
If texture is important to you, you’ll find that cutting the eggplant in smaller pieces results in eggplant that literally melts in your mouth.
PrintEggplant & Sausage Stew
This eggplant and sausage stew is not only tasty but perfect for chilly or rainy day.
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4-6 1x
- Category: Soup
Ingredients
- 1 medium eggplant (chopped)
- 4 large natural sausage links (16 oz) (2 chopped for stew, other two fried crisp in slices for garnish later)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chunky Italian diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 3 bay leaves
Instructions
- Pre-cook half of the sausage, onions and garlic in large pot on medium heat for a few minutes until the fat renders.
- Add eggplant to the pot and cook for a few minutes before adding diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, poultry seasoning, water, bay leaves and salt.
- Simmer the soup on medium low heat for about 60 minutes.
- Garnish with fried sausage and greens if desired.
Comments ( 4 )
April J Harris (@apriljharris)
I’m always looking for new recipes with eggplant and your Eggplant and Sausage stew looks wonderful! Thank you for sharing it with us at the Hearth and Soul hop, Lisa 🙂
LisaDLS
That’s so pleasing to hear April because, I know not everyone likes eggplant. I hope that you enjoy this recipe as much as I do.
beckymollenkamp
I never know what to do with eggplant, and this looks great! Thanks for sharing. I’m a new food blogger and found you on a link party. I’ve followed your social sites and hope we can connect on those. Can’t wait to read more of your blog. Becky at CookingWithVinyl.com
LisaDLS
Love your blog name Becky! Thanks for connecting and I hope you like the stew.