Tuscan Bean Soup w/ Sausage

Tuscan Bean Soup w/ Sausage

Hearty, flavorful, and lower fat

1/4 lb. loose Italian-style lean or reduced-fat sausage

2 t. fennel seeds (optional)

1 sm onion chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 head green cabbage, shredded

1 can (16 oz) white kidney, great northern, or other white beans, rinsed and drained

2 cans (14 oz each) chicken broth

1 can (14 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes

Sauté sausage, fennel seeds, and onion till sausage browns and onions tender. Stir in cabbage and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Add beans, broth, and tomatoes (with juice). Heat to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.