Mexican Rice and Bean Soup

3 -4 tablespoons oil 3/4 cup water 1 1/2-2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (can use canned also) 2 green bell peppers , chopped 1 large onion , chopped 2 -3 fresh[...]

1 package lipton chinese fried rice (that's what I had) 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup salsa 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can corn 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans 1/2 cup[...]

1 lb sausage , pork (I use "hot" Italian or another spicy sausage) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup onion , chopped 1/3 cup green pepper , chopped 1 garlic[...]