Creole Shrimp Stew

As the weather cools down, we start craving the warmth of hearty soups and stews.  The Delicious Dietitian Creole Spice Blend adds a taste of the bayou on cool fall nights. This simple stew comes together quickly and makes a great weeknight meal when it's cold outside!

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup thinly sliced turkey smoked sausage (about 6 ounces) 
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup fat-free, No Sodium chicken broth
• 1 can No Sodium Added diced tomatoes
• 1  can (4 oz) diced green chilis  
• 8 ounces peeled and deveined medium shrimp 
• 1 (15-ounce) can organic kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 Tbsp The Delicious Dietitian Creole Spice Blend
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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• Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat and add olive oil to pan.  Add bell pepper, sausage, and garlic to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until bell pepper is tender, stirring occasionally. Add broth, tomatoes, and chilis; bring to a boil. Stir in shrimp, beans and Creole spice blend; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes or until shrimp are done. Sprinkle with parsley and enjoy!