RED BEANS AND SAUSAGE

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Turkey sausage, beans and a zesty blend of spices make this a deliciously unique meal.-Cathy Webster, Morris, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3/4 cup water
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute pepper and onion until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir in beans, sausage, Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, 5-7 minutes. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges