Smoked sausage italian bean soup

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2teaspoonsOlive oil
1poundsSmoked sausage or Polska Kielbasa, sliced Beef, Lite, or Turkey
1cupChopped onion
1canTomatoes, crushed (28oz can)
3½cupWater
2Cubes chicken bouillon
1cupSmall pasta shells, uncooked (4 oz)
1canKidney beans, drained (18oz)

Directions

1. In soup kettle or 4-quart saucepan heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage and onion; saute 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Add tomatoes (with juices), water and bouillon; bring to a boil 3. Add pasta and beans. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes. Serve