Credit: Lucy Schaeffer Active Time: 40 mins Total Time: 2 hrs Servings: 6 This recipe starts by browning hot Italian sausage, which creates a savory flavor base and adds a subtle heat. The aromatics are cooked in the same pot, right after the sausage, so you can scrape up the delicious browned bits for maximum flavor. Fresh cilantro brings an herbal brightness that helps balance the spice and umami.