Lentil Stew with Sausage and Rapini

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the sausage meat in the oil, breaking the meat up with a wooden spoon. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes while stirring.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, rapini stems and tomato paste to the pot. Mix well. Deglaze with the broth. Add the lentils, tomatoes and spices. Season generously with pepper. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 8 minutes. Add the rapini buds along with three-quarters of the rapini leaves, and cook for 2 more minutes. Adjust the seasoning.

3. 3

   Serve the stew in shallow bowls. Garnish with Parmesan shavings and the remaining rapini leaves.