Spicy Beans With Turkey Sausage

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 300 Minutes

Ready In: 310 Minutes

Servings: 6

This is an easy and tasty slow-cooker recipe that was in the March 2009 issue of Reader's Digest. It was great to come home to such a hearty meal.

Ingredients:

1 lb smoked turkey sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices

1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 1/2 cups frozen corn

1 1/2 cups salsa

1 large green pepper, chopped

1 large onion, chopped (note, i used some frozen season blend instead of the green pepper and onions, it's quick and easy to)

1/2-1 cup water (enough to fill cooker at least halfway)

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions:

1. In 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 5 to 6 hours or until meat is tender. Stir before serving.