Beef, Bean and Sausage Bake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless beef roast, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 1/2 lbs German sausages, cut into 1 inch slices
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 lb dried great northern beans
• 4 cups bean water (from soaking)

• 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans beef consomme
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram

• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Soak beans overnight or by the quick soak method; reserve 4 Cups of the soaking water.

2. 2

   In large skillet, over medium heat, lightly brown sausage in the oil; remove and set aside. In same skillet, lightly brown beef cubes; remove and add to the sausage; set aside.

3. 3

   In large casserole or Dutch oven, mix all ingredients, except the tomatoes.

4. 4

   Bake, uncovered, for 2 hours and 15 minutes. Add undrained tomatoes; stir to combine and continue to bake an additional 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Adjust salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.