Italian Sausage Stew

I got this recipe from the newspaper years ago and have enjoyed making it many times. It's easy and very tasty. Great with a salad and crusty bread!!

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3  lbs Italian sausage (link style)
• 4  potatoes
• 2  large celery ribs
• 4  large carrots
• 8  ounces  sliced mushrooms (drained)
• 3 (14 1/2ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes
• 8  ounces tomato sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder (or more)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano

Directions

1. Cut sausage into bite-sized pieces. Fry and drain off grease.
2. Cut vegetables into stew-sized chunks.
3. Put all ingredients into a large pot and bring to a boil. Turn down to simmer for 1 1/2 hours.