3/4 lb. bulk Italian sausage
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (15 1/2 oz.) can butter beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can beef broth
1 tbsp. minced fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried basil
2 tbsp. shredded Parmesan cheese

In a large saucepan, cook sausage, onion and garlic until the sausage is browned; drain. Add beans, tomatoes, broth and basil. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese.

Yields 4 to 6 servings.