Crock Sausage Beans

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NUTRITION per serving: 223 Calories; 13g Total Fat; 10g Protein; 3g Fiber; 17g Carbohydrate; 29mg
Cholesterol; 974mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain (Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 2 Fat; 0 Other
Carbohydrates. Points: 5

  • 6

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound sweet OR hot Italian sausage, casings
  • removed
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 1 (14.5-oz.) can low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (15-oz.) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
  • 1 (16-oz.) can white beans (Great Northern or cannellini)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry oregano, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry marjoram, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of crushed red pepper flakes, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, brown and break up sausage;
add onion and garlic; cook and stir until soft, about 3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients; transfer to slow cooker.
Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

SERVING SUGGESTION: A big salad and some crusty bread.