SMOKY BEAN STEW

Smoky Bean Stew image

Glenda Holmes of Riley, Kansas gets this satisfying sausage-and-bean stew started in the slow cooker, then spends the afternoon curled up with a good book. "It's an effortless meal that tastes great," she relates.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) miniature smoked sausage links
1 can (16 ounces) baked beans
2 cups frozen cut green beans
2 cups frozen lima beans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. Freeze option: Freeze cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1057mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 14g protein.