Step 1

dice onion and saute until caramelized and soft

Step 2

mince and add garlic to onions

Step 3

peal the skin off the raw sausage and crumble as small as possible...add to onion and garlic.

Step 4

cook all 3 ingredients till just done and turn off heat.

Step 5

in a large pot add 1 1/2 cans of broth and bring to a boil,

Step 6

pull apart lettuce leaves, rinse and rip, ( i like the thick stemmy parts at the end, it gives good texture)add to broth.

Step 7

after you add the escarole to the water, stir, add meat mixture, and beans. simmer for about 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 8

top your Italian greens and beans with Parmesan and enjoy.