Apple and Bean Casserole
Martha Tedrow


1 Package precooked Sausage Links cut into half
1 Green Apple Cored
1 Red Apple Cored
1 Cans Vegetable Juice 16 ounces
2 Tablespoons Spicy Brown Mustard
1/8 Teaspoons Pepper
1 Large Onion Sliced
1 Small Garlic minced
1 Teaspoons Chili Powder
2 Cans Pink beans rinsed and drained

In a large skillet, brown sausage according to package directions.  Meanwhile, cut 1 or 2 slices from each apple; set aside for garnish.  Chop remaining apples.  In a medium bowl, stir together the next three ingredients. With a slotted spoon, remove sausage to paper towel to drain; keep warm.  Sauté apples, onion, garlic, and chili powder in drippings until onion is soft, about 3 minutes.  Add juice to mixture, beans and sausage. Cover and cook until heated through about 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley.