Traditional Bob s Nadezhda (Beans with Sausage)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A hearty and comforting Bulgarian stew featuring tender white beans slow-cooked with flavorful sausage, onions, peppers, and aromatic spices. This is the quintessential Bob s Nadezhda, perfect for a cold day.
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Съставки
- Dried white beans (e.g., Great Northern or Cannellini)2 cups
- Smoked pork sausage (e.g., Kielbasa or Lukanka)1 lb
- Onions2 medium
- Red bell pepper1 large
- Garlic4 cloves
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Paprika (sweet)1 tablespoon
- Dried savory1 teaspoon
- Bay leaf1
- Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Wateras needed
Стъпки
- 1
Soak the dried beans in water overnight or use a quick-soak method. Drain and rinse.
- 2
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the tomato paste and paprika, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.
- 5
Add the soaked and drained beans, sliced sausage, dried savory, and bay leaf to the pot.
- 6
Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beans are tender. Add more water if needed to maintain a stew-like consistency.
- 7
Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- 8
Serve hot, ideally in earthenware bowls.
