1         package 16 bean soup
3         bay leaves
1         tbsp. crushed oregano
2         cans no-fat chicket stock
           additional water to cover
3         stalks celery chopped
3         carrots diced
1         large onion chopped
3         cloves garlic sliced
1         lb. turkey italian sausage sliced
2         cans stewed (or diced) tomatoes
           cayenne or crushed red pepper - to taste

Combine first 5 ingredients (liquid should cover mixture by 1" - 2") in
Crock Pot cook on high for 2 hours. Add remaining ingredients and shift
cooker to low and cook for additional 2 hours or more. Add Cayenne or
crushed red pepper when adding second set of ingredients. Serve as
complete meal or over rice. Freezes well.