Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
20 unit

Portuguese sausage (hot)

sliced

15 oz

kidney beans

drained

2 unit

potatoes

diced

1 unit

carrot

diced

0.5 lb

spaghetti

broken

0.5 unit

cabbage

cut in squares

0.5 tsp

pepper

0.5 tsp

salt

5 cup

water

16 oz

tomato sauce

Step 1
~7 min

Slice the Portuguese sausage in half lengthwise, then into 1/4-inch rounds.

Step 2
~7 min

Fry the sliced sausage until browned.

Step 3
~7 min

Add water to the fried sausage to cover.

Step 4
~7 min

Add the diced carrots to the pot.

Step 5
~7 min

Add the diced potatoes to the pot.

Step 6
~7 min

Cook for 20 minutes.

Step 7
~7 min

Add the tomato sauce, kidney beans, and spaghetti to the pot.

Step 8
~7 min

Add 2 to 3 cups of water.

Step 9
~7 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10
~7 min

Simmer for 1 hour.

Step 11
~7 min

Add the cut cabbage to the pot.

Step 12
~7 min

Cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 13
~7 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of water to achieve desired consistency.

Add a bay leaf for extra flavor.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal

Cultural Significance

Traditional Portuguese dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Comfort food
Family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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