Turkey Sausage and Bean Stew (Low Fat)

Submitted by wife2abadge

"With a bit of a spicy kick, this is delicious and filling."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 12 ounces turkey sausage, links
• 2 (14 -16 ounce) cans cooked beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 cup celery, sliced
• 1 potato, with skin diced
• 1⁄2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

directions

1. Boil the sausage 15 minutes, piercing the skin in several places to allow the fat to drain from the links.
2. Remove from the pan and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
3. Set aside.
4. Mix the beans, tomatoes, carrots, onion, celery, potato, parsley, and chicken stock in a large pot and bring to a boil.
5. Add the bay leaves, pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic, and sausage.
6. Salt to taste and stir thoroughly.
7. Add water if desired.
8. Heat to boiling, turn to low, and simmer one hour or til carrots are tender.

Reviews

[woodland hues]

An especially good stew! I like the low fat aspect yet it's very full flavoured, wholesome and comforting. I let the pot simmer for a good half hour and that was enough; it didn't need an hour. I used a half tsp of cayenne and we enjoyed that strength..it was there but not too boldly. Also added 1/2 cup pasta sauce & didn't need any extra water. Seasoned with salt and pepper at the table. Thanks for posting this stew..it's a keeper!