La Jota Triestina with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) cannellini beans, soaked overnight 2 cups (400g) cannellini beans, soaked overnight
• 1 cup (200g) kidney beans, soaked overnight 1 cup (200g) kidney beans, soaked overnight
• 1 cup (200g) borlotti beans, soaked overnight 1 cup (200g) borlotti beans, soaked overnight
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced 2 celery stalks, diced
• 8 ounces (225g) smoked sausage, sliced 8 ounces (225g) smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 8g
• Protein: 18g
• Fiber: 12g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
4. 4.
   Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until lightly browned.
5. 5.
   Stir in the diced tomatoes, drained beans, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, and paprika.
6. 6.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
8. 8.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. 9.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Smoked sausage — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use turkey or chicken sausage instead of smoked sausage.

Tips & Tricks

• For a thicker stew, mash some of the cooked beans with a fork before serving.
• Serve the La Jota Triestina with a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added variety.
• If you prefer a spicier stew, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
• This stew tastes even better the next day, so consider making it in advance for enhanced flavors.

Serving advice

Serve the La Jota Triestina with a Twist in deep bowls, garnished with fresh parsley. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a swirl of olive oil on top of the stew and sprinkle some paprika for a pop of color. Serve it with a sprig of fresh thyme for an added touch of elegance.