Ingredients

  • 3 Turkey Sausage links (3.3 ounces each)
  • 1/2 cup Onion, chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, chopped
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes with juices (canned or fresh)
  • 1 cup Broccoli Flowerettes
  • 3/4 cup Red Quinoa, well rinsed (organic preferred)
  • 1 +1/2 cups Low Sodium Vegetable Broth (organic preferred)
  • 1 tsp. Herbs de Provence
  • 1/2 tsp. Fennel Seeds
  • 1 + 1/2 tbl Canola Oil

Method

  • In a large skillet that accepts a cover, preheat the skillet using medium low heat, add the canola oil and the sausage. Using a wooden spoon, break up the sausage links into small pieces and sprinkle with the fennel seeds. Add the onions and cook and stir under medium low heat until the onions are soft and no pink is left in the meat. Add the garlic and continue cooking another 1-2 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and quinoa, bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 12 minutes. Uncover, add the broccoli, tomatoes with juices and the Herbs de Provence. Stir well, cover and continue simmering another 5 to 7 minutes and add a bit more broth if desired. Serve hot.