BLACK BEANS and SAUSAGE

Black Beans and Sausage with brown rice and smashed sweet potatoes

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

1 to 3-tablespoons oil

2-cups onions, chopped

3 cloves garlic, mince

1 green pepper, chopped

2-cans (15 ounces) or 4 cups cooked black beans, drained

1-tablespoon chili powder

½-teaspoon cumin

1 pack tofu sausage

salt and pepper to taste

optional: hot sauce,  cilantro, chopped

In a large cast iron, skillet heat oil over medium heat.  Sauté sausages and remove from pan.  Sauté the onions, peppers, and garlic until soft. 

Add beans, chili powder, and cumin.  Bring to a boil, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.  Add small amounts of water if needed.  

Slice sausages on a diagonal and stir into beans.  Cook a few more minutes to heat sausages and then serve.