quick and easy meals for 1 or 2

shrimp and sausage stew

This is easy and fast. it makes about 3-4 servings. Leftovers keep good in the freezer.

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 chopped green bell pepper

• 1 cup thinly sliced turkey smoked sausage
  

• 1 tbsp minced garlic

• 3/4 cup fat-free, low(or no)sodium chicken broth

• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained (such as Rotel)

• 12-16 peeled and deveined medium shrimp

• 1 (15-ounce) can organic kidney beans, rinsed and drained

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add bell pepper, sausage, and garlic to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until bell pepper is tender, stirring occasionally. Add broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in shrimp and beans; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes or until shrimp are done. I like to thicken it a little with some cornstarch whopped up with some cold water. Sprinkle with parsley and,,,

SERVE IT UP!! with some good crusty bread and some red wine orrr ice cold beer!!