1/2 pound Italian sausage
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
4 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) white beans, drained
2 packages Apple Basil Vinaigrette Dressing Mix
In a large saucepan, sauté sausage in oil. Add vegetables and sauté 2 to 3 more minutes. Add water, beans and Apple Basil Dressing Mix. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts:
As prepared, each serving contains 190 calories, 11 g of fat, 10 mg of cholesterol, 620 mg of sodium, 17 g of carbohydrates and 8 g of protein.
Ease of Preparation: Moderate
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Chef Suggests:
Serve with Parmesan cheese on top.
Substitute apple juice for one of the cups of water for extra apple flavor.