Low-Fat Bean Pot For A Crowd (7 PTS)

Recipe Instructions Cook sausage in oil in large Dutch oven until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onions, green pepper, jalapeno chili, and cumin seeds; cook over medium heat until onions are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, except Creamy Polenta; heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20 to 30 minutes,. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon Creamy Polenta into bowls; spoon bean mixture over. Creamy Polenta: Heat 6 cups water to boiling in large saucepan; gradually whisk in 2 cups cornmeal and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat and simmer, whisking, constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with pepper. Makes 12 servings (1/2 cup each). TIPS: Bean Pot can be made up to 2 days in advance; refrigerate, covered. Make polenta just before serving. Purchased prepared polenta can also be used. Makes 12servings (generous 1 cup each). Calories...362...Fat...6.5 g...Carbs...58 g...Fiber...10 g.