Crock Pot Pizza in a Pot

Crock Pot Pizza in a Pot

1 lb. bulk Italian sausage

1 can (28-oz.) crushed tomatoes

1 can (15 1/2-oz.) chili beans

1 can (15-oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (2 1/4-oz.) sliced ripe olives, drained

1 medium onion, chopped

1 small green pepper, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

1 T.. quick-cooking tapioca

1 T. dried basil

1 bay leaf

1 t. salt

1/2 t. sugar

Hot cooked pasta

Shredded mozzarella cheese, optional

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to Crock Pot.

Add the next 13 ingredients; mix well. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 – 9 hours or until slightly thickened. Discard bay leaf.
Stir before serving over pasta.

Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese if desired.

Serves 6 to 8.