Lynn'S Bean Dip
["1 lb. hot Italian sausage", "1 can refried beans", "1/2 c. water", "1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese", "1/2 tsp. crushed red peppers", "1/2 tsp. fennel"]
["Brown sausage in skillet.", "Drain grease off.", "Add all other ingredients.", "Heat and mix thoroughly.", "Serve with taco chips. Great in small crock pot for parties."]
["hot Italian sausage", "beans", "water", "Cheddar cheese", "red peppers", "fennel"]