Shortcut Turkey Cholent

1 tsp EVO oil
9 oz sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 1/2c onion, chopped
1/2c celery, sliced
1/2c carrot, thinly sliced
1 c broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/2tsp dried thyme
1/2tsp dried Italian seasoning
1/4tsp black pepper
1 can tomatoes, diced, juices included, (14.5-ounce)
2 can Great Northern beans, drained and divided (15.8-ounce)
2 c dark meat turkey, coarsely chopped, cooked

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add sausages, and cook 3 minutes or until browned. Remove from pan; keep warm. Add onion, celery, and carrot to pan; saute 5 minutes. Return sausages to pan; stir in broth and next 5 ingredients (broth through tomatoes); bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir the beans into sausage mixture. Place in slow cooker along with the dark turkey meat, stir, add water if you wish. Cover with lid, and cook on LOW 6-8 hours.