• 2 Tbls. olive oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 C. onion, chopped
• 1 C. celery, chopped w/greens
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 3 cans (15 oz.) black beans, drained
• 1 Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp. coriander
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 Tbsp. hot sauce
• 2 C. chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes
• 3 C. Nueske's Kielbasa, cubed 1/2 in. (3/4 lb.)

In large saucepan fry bay leaf, jalapeno pepper, garlic, celery and onion in olive oil for about 4 minutes. Add remainder of ingredients and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve hot.