Low Fat Sausage and Beans

Sausage and Beans is one of those comfort food dishes that can be made lighter without affecting the flavor and texture of the dish to any significant degree. I used Isernio's Mild Italian Chicken Sausages for this sausage and beans recipe. Enjoy with a side of skinny mashed potatoes, using low-fat milk instead of butter and cream.

Cook Time: 16 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 mild Italian chicken sausage links
• 1/2 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can baked beans
• 2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

Preparation:

Heat oil on medium heat in a large skillet. Sauté onions and garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add sausage links and broth, cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until plump. Uncover skillet and pierce sausages, Add canned tomatoes, baked beans, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until sausages are cooked through.

Serves 4.

Per Serving: Calories 253, calories from Fat 55, Total Fat 6.2g (sat 1.3g), Cholesterol 70mg, Sodium 983mg, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 8.4g, Protein 22.2g

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