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Sausages and Chickpeas with Tomato

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Today I am sharing a hearty, flavorful, and deeply comforting dish that I make often at home: sausages and chickpeas in tomato sauce. Cooking ripe tomatoes down with broth creates a rich sauce packed with flavor that coats the chickpeas beautifully.

It is an ideal recipe for planning your weekly meals or adding to a batch cooking session, since it keeps so well and sorts out lunch in a matter of minutes.

Prep: 10 minCook: 25 minServes: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 kg ripe tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon dehydrated vegetable bouillon powder or a pinch of salt
  • 800 g fresh sausages
  • Garlic powder
  • 1 can cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 glass chicken broth
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

  1. 1Dice the ripe tomatoes and cook them in a large skillet with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
  2. 2Add the vegetable bouillon powder or a pinch of salt to season.
  3. 3Once the tomatoes have broken down into a rich sauce, add the sausages (either cut into pieces or left whole) and let them brown slightly.
  4. 4Add the garlic powder, the cooked chickpeas, and pour in the glass of chicken broth.
  5. 5Simmer over medium heat until the broth has reduced and the sauce has thickened nicely.

Tips and tricks

Serve this dish with a fresh salad, some cooked brown rice, or crusty bread to dip into the sauce.

If making ahead, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.

This stew freezes very well; simply thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Frequently asked questions

How should I store leftovers of this stew?

Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge and they will stay in great shape for 3 to 4 days.

What kind of sausages work best in this recipe?

You can use fresh pork, chicken, or turkey sausages, either cut into bite-sized pieces or kept whole depending on what you prefer.

Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh ones?

Yes, if you do not have ripe tomatoes on hand, you can substitute a can of good quality crushed tomatoes.

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