Winter Squash and Sage Sausage Chili

I came across this recipe while I was sitting in bed reading cookbooks, the only books I read ;) It's from Better Homes and Garden's new Annual Recipes 2009.

Start to finish: 20 minutes

1 lb. bulk sage saugage or other sausage
1 15 oz. can cannellini beans, drained (I used great northern beans)
1 12 oz. pkg. frozen winter squash puree, thawed (I cooked one of dad's squashes in the microwave and pureed it in a blender)
1 cup chunky chipotle salsa or other salsa
1 1/2 cup water
1 3-5 oz. pkg. herb flavored goat cheese, crumbled (I used feta)
Fresh sage, optional

1. In a large saucepan cook sausage over medium heat until brown and no pink remains, stirring to break up; drain fat. Stir in beans, squash, salsa, and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve in bowls; sprinkle goat cheese and fresh sage. Makes 4 servings.

Each Serving: 385 calories, 14 g fat (7 g sat. fat), 119 mg chol, 1466 mg sodium, 34 g carbs, 7 g fiber, 39 g pro. Daily Values: 99% vit. A, 19% vit. C, 32% calcium, 23% iron.