Smoked Sausage Skillet Cassoulet

Smoked Sausage Skillet Cassoulet
Serves 6

1 pound pork smoked sausage (like Polska Kielbasa, or any pork smoked dinner sausage)
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium apple, cored and chopped
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
3/4 teaspoons dried sage
1 14-1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1 15-ounce can Great Northern beans, drained
1 10-ounce package frozen baby lima beans, thawed
1 cup chicken broth
1-1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1-1/2 cups seasoned croutons
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

In large heavy skillet, sauté onion and garlic in oil over medium-high heat; stir in apple, herbs, tomatoes, beans, broth and tomato paste. Stir to blend well. Add sausage. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 20-30 minutes until thoroughly heated. Serve topped with croutons and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 540
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates 49 g
Protein: 25 g
Sodium: 1810 mg
Fat: 27 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg