Sausage, Tomato, Bean Delight

It's hard to believe that one month ago it was warmer than it is today. As a result, I've been preparing more hot dinners than I normally would this time of year.

This one ended up really hearty and soothing on a cold, wet day. And it has sausage in it. What's not to love about that?

Ingredients
1/2 pound ground breakfast sausage
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 (15oz) cans diced tomatoes, drained
2 (150z) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed thoroughly
1/2 cup veggie or chicken stock
a heaping hand full of fresh cooking greens (kale and collards work well)
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Whole grain (optional)--I cooked about a cup of quinoa

Directions

1. In a large skillet brown sausage and drain fat.
2. Return sausage to skillet and add onion and garlic. Cook about 3 minutes, then add thyme. Saute another minute.
3. Add tomatoes and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and become "saucy". 
4. Add stock, beans, and greens. Turn heat to medium high until beans are warm and greens are bright green (about 5-7 minutes).
5. Serve over grain (optional), add salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy!