Northern Bean Soup

1- 16 oz. (tube sausage)
1- Medium onion minced
Mix and brown in lg skillet or heavy pot.
Add
3 cans northern beans (complete, do NOT drain)
2 cans water (bean can)
2 cans diced canned tomatoes
* pepper if you like
Heat through and then simmer on low for 45 minutes to hour or more to desired consistency and time for flavors to blend.