MICHIGAN BEANS AND SAUSAGE

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"A hot bean dish like this warms the body and the house...I'm glad that my husband, Jim, is also crazy about beans." Elaine loves to cook for their son, his wife and a 4-year-old granddaughter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound dried navy beans
6 bacon strips, diced
3 medium onions, sliced into rings
1 pound chicken gizzards, trimmed and halved, optional
4 cups water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let soak for 1-4 hour hours or until beans are softened. Drain and discard liquid. Return beans to Dutch oven and set aside., In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings; set bacon aside. In drippings, saute onions and gizzards if desired until onions are tender and gizzards are browned. , Add onion mixture to beans. Stir in the water, garlic, salt, marjoram, bay leaf, pepper and bacon. Cover and bake at 350° for 3 hours or until beans are tender. , Discard bay leaf. Stir sausage and tomato sauce into beans. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 809mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Oni Nicholson
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These beans and sausage are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're also great for potlucks and picnics.


SM SOJAN VAI
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Ejilola Rosheed
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This is my go-to recipe for beans and sausage. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Njabulo Nation
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I'm making this recipe for the second time this week. It's that good!


Kamala Mizar
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These beans and sausage are the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Raj Bhusal
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and affordable way to feed my family.


Cassie Iheanatu
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Joanne Bogers
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sausage and the spices really make the dish.


Somon Sumon
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their beans. My kids love the smoky flavor of the sausage.


Shishir Raut
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of sausage you like, and you can add other vegetables, such as diced carrots or celery.


Raj Ahmed
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These beans and sausage are the perfect comfort food. They're hearty and filling, and they taste even better the next day.


aysha jutt
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Jinka Swamy
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This is my new favorite bean recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Man Utd
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Jay Talley
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The beans were tender and flavorful, and the sausage was cooked to perfection.


Grace Vitko
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These beans and sausage were a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and savory, and the sausage added a nice smoky flavor.


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