Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound dried red beans
• ¾ pound smoked turkey sausage
• 1 16 ounce package of chopped frozen vegetable mix (celery, bell pepper, onion)
• 3 teaspoons of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 7 cups water

DIRECTIONS

1. Wash your hands well with soap and hot water.
2. Rinse and wash beans in a colander according to package directions.
3. Slice smoked turkey sausage into thin slices.
4. Combine all ingredients in a 4-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 7 hours or until beans are tender.
5. Serve immediately.
6. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

NOTE: Can serve with instant brown rice. Serve with hot sauce if desired.