Bean and Sausage Stew

Bean and Sausage Stew (Family Dinner Cook Book)
By Julie Whitaker

1 lb sweet Italian sausage, browned
1 Tbsp. Chicken bouilon
2 quarts water
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 cup dry pinto beans
1 cup dry navy beans
1/2 cup dry kidney beans
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 16-oz diced tomatoes

Cook sausage until browned. Place sausage and remaining ingredients except tomatoes in crock pot. Sprinkle with salt and peper. Cook on high 4-5 hours or low 7-9 hours, until beans are tender. Add tomatoes and cook 30 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.