Sausage Bean Soup

from: Taste of Home, Collector's Edition

3/4 lb. Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14 oz) beef broth
1 tbsp. minced fresh basil or 1 tbsp. dried basil
2 tbsp. shredded parmesan cheese

IN a large saucepan, cook sausage, onion and garlic until sausage is browned, drain.

ADD beans, tomatoes, broth and basil. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

SPRINKLE each serving with shredded parmesan cheese.

Makes 4-6 servings. Serve with Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches!!