1 1/2 lbs. (6 link) mild Italian sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
10 sm. new red potatoes, quartered
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 c. sliced 1/8 inch red onion
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
1 green pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces

(May substitute Italian sausage with Kielbasa or Chourico)

Prep and cook time: 35 minutes. Makes 6 servings.

In 10 inch skillet combine sausage, potatoes, pepper and thyme. Cook over medium high heat, stirring occasionally until potatoes are browned (10-12 minutes). Reduce heat to medium low. Cover; cook until potatoes are tender (8-10 minutes). Stir in remaining ingredients. Continue cooking, uncovered, until vegetables are crisply tender (4-5 minutes).

Microwave Directions: In 3 quart casserole combine sausage, potatoes, pepper and thyme. Cover; microwave on High, stirring after half the time, until potatoes are tender (9-11 minutes). Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover; microwave on High until vegetables are crisply tender (4-6 minutes).