POLSKA KIELBASA STEW

POLSKA KIELBASA STEW image

Provided by Kathleen Bunting

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pkg 1 pound polska kielbasa
1/4 lb bacon,chopped (optional)
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 c chopped onion
5 bunch carrots,cut into 1/2
1 can(s) 15oz. red kidney beans,rinsed and drained
1 can(s) 15oz.cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can(s) 22oz. (can add more) chicken broth
3 clove garlic,finely chopped
1 to 2 tsp hot pepper sauce (optional)
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp coarse ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 can(s) 14.5oz petite diced tomatoes,undrained
1 1/2 c rotini macaroni

Steps:

1. Cut sausage into 1/4" - 1/2" slices. Set aside. ***( My Husband ADDS it right in)*** Cook bacon in a 4 - 5 quart pot over medium heat,stirring occasionally,until most of the fat is rendered.(IF OMITTING the bacon) heat 1 TBSP. Olive Oil instead. ( My Husband Browns bacon,sausage,onion,garlic,olive oil and bay leaf -- All fat left after bacon,sausage,onion,garlic is cooked to His liken.) Stir them frequently. Add the beans,carrots,spices and chicken broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 20 minutes. Add the sausage,bacon,onion,garlic,olive oil and leavings scrap pan and add petite tomatoes undrained and uncooked rotini macaroni again bring to a boil and cook 25 minutes or until mixture has thickened slightly and rotini macaroni is cooked. Remove the Bay leaf and serve....