Introduction
This slow cooker sausage and bean medley is the perfect solution for busy days, delivering rich, smoky flavors with minimal effort. It’s a hearty, protein-packed dish that combines savory sausage with the natural earthiness of fiber-rich beans.
Ingredients
1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch rounds
2 cans (15 oz each) dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
½ cup high-quality BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
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