Spicy Beans With Turkey Sausage

This is an easy and tasty slow-cooker recipe that was in the March 2009 issue of Reader's Digest. It was great to come home to such a hearty meal.

• Ready In: 5 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb  smoked turkey sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 1/2ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 1⁄2 cups frozen corn
• 1 1⁄2 cups salsa
• 1  large green pepper, chopped
• 1  large onion, chopped (note, i used some frozen season blend instead of the green pepper and onions, it's quick and easy to)
• 1⁄2-1  cup water (enough to fill cooker at least halfway)
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

1. In 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 5 to 6 hours or until meat is tender. Stir before serving.