Serve this delicious, hearty stew with fresh hot baked cornbread or crusty bread and a simple green salad for a delicious family meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 2 medium eggplants, peeled and cubed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 12 to 16 ounces spicy sausage or andouille, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (15 ounces) small red beans or white beans, drained
• 1 cup chopped spinach or escarole
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with liquid
• 1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Dash leaf oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Preparation:

Sauté onions, carrots, celery, eggplant, bell pepper, sliced sausage, and garlic in olive oil until lightly browned.

Add broth, beans, tomatoes, greens, and seasonings; simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, until vegetables are tender.

Serves 6 to 8

Source: http://southernfood.about.com

(originally posted in the 9-8-09 CSA newsletter)