Turkey Sausage and Bean Stew (Low Fat)

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

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• 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.