ZESTY SAUSAGE & BEANS

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Packed with sausage, beans and bacon, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy the heftiest appetites at your table. -Melissa Just, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and sliced
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) thick and zesty tomato sauce
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown the sausage. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker; add the beans, tomato sauce, green pepper, onion, water, bacon, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, thyme, marjoram and cayenne. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until vegetables are tender. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled sausage mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

hayleigh harness
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This was a delicious and satisfying meal. The sausage was perfectly cooked and the beans were tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


babar babar
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I loved this dish. The sausage and zesty sauce really made the beans delicious.


Hina Jamshad
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kris Williams
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook sausage, and this recipe definitely delivers. The zesty sauce is the perfect complement to the sausage and the beans. I'll definitely be making this again.


Savannah Bush
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This is a great recipe for a casual get-together. I made it for a group of friends and everyone loved it. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Robert Hill
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the bold flavors and the beans were so tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


Joni Sing
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This was a delicious and satisfying meal. The sausage was perfectly cooked and the beans were tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayan Dawar
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I loved this dish. The sausage and zesty sauce really made the beans delicious.


Afg Player
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Gordon Phillips
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with a few basic ingredients, but the flavors are anything but basic. I highly recommend it!


Muhammadjhanzaib farooqkayani
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook sausage, and this recipe definitely delivers. The zesty sauce is the perfect complement to the sausage and the beans. I'll definitely be making this again.


md masum mia rajib via
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This is a great recipe for a casual get-together. I made it for a group of friends and everyone loved it. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jithin Gangadharan
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I'm a big fan of spicy food, so I added some extra chili flakes to the sauce. It gave the dish a nice kick without being too overpowering.


Ronel Joseph
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. The sausage is perfectly browned and the beans are tender and creamy. I love serving it with a side of rice or pasta.


Mahfuja Akter
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of sausage and beans, and it's always delicious. It's also a great way to use up leftovers.


Jionni Streams
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This was a quick and easy meal to make on a busy weeknight. The flavors were well-balanced and the sausage was cooked perfectly. I served it with some crusty bread and it was a perfect meal.


Abdu Wasay
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but this dish changed my mind. The sausage and zesty sauce really elevated the beans and made them delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zeemad Haleem
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the bold flavors and the beans were so tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


Katria Goudy
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This sausage and beans dish was a hit with my family! The zesty sauce was flavorful and the sausage was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.