8 ounces smoked beef link sausage, sliced
1-1/2 cups water
1 (14.5-ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (10-ounce) package frozen okra
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons liquid hot pepper sauce
Hot cooked rice for accompaniment
Prepare rice according to package directions.
In a large saucepan, combine sliced link sausage, water, stewed tomatoes, frozen okra, thyme, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Stir in liquid hot pepper sauce. Serve over the cooked rice.
Makes 4 servings.