Speckled Butter Beans With Andouille Sausage

The slow cooker makes it easy to make a meal of butter beans and sausage. Use andouille sausage or other spicy smoked sausage in this delicious dish, and don’t forget the cornbread.

Cook Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours

Ingredients:

• 2 packages frozen butter beans, about 1 1/2 pounds
• 12 to 16 ounces andouille sausage
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning, or to taste

Preparation:

In a slow cooker, combine the speckled butter beans, sliced sausage, water, broth, bell pepper, and onion. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours. Add Creole seasoning and continue cooking for 2 hours longer, or until beans are tender.
Serve with cornbread for a delicious, comforting meal.
Serves 4 to 6.