Crock Pot Sausage Black Beans and Rice

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

Dried Black Beans, Soaked Overnight

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

16 oz

Smoked Sausage like Andoullie or Linguisa, Sliced

whole Onion, Diced

4 cloves

Garlic, Minced

14 1/2 oz

Diced Tomatoes and Juice

6 cups

Chicken Broth

2 cups

Water

<4 whole Carrots, Diced

stalks Celery, Diced

whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeds Removed and Diced

1 tsp

Thyme

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning

2 tbsp

Chili Powder

1 tsp

Cumin

1 tsp

Garlic Powder

1 tsp

Hot Sauce Or To Taste

1 cup

Brown Rice

4 tbsp

Tomato Paste

1 tsp

Salt or To Taste

1 tsp

Pepper or To Taste

For Serving: Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt, Lime, Green Onions, Cilantro and Grated Cheese