1 lb. smoked or Cajun sausage
1 med. chopped onion
4 1/2 c. precooked long grain rice
1 can Mexican stewed tomatoes
2/3 c. chunky taco sauce
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 med. or 1/2 c. chopped bell pepper
1 can Mexican chili beans

Slice sausage thin and cook in 12-inch skillet, about 2 minutes. Add onion, cook until onion is tender. Add rice, mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients except green pepper. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes. Add green pepper; cook about 5 more minutes. Makes about 6 to 8 servings.