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Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

A comforting and filling dish featuring black beans, rice, and savory sausage, perfect for a family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup black beans cooked or canned
  • 1 cup long-grain rice uncooked
  • 1 lb smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Dice the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
  2. Slice the smoked sausage into rounds.
Cook the Sausage
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Sauté the Vegetables
  1. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot.
  2. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Add Rice and Beans
  1. Stir in the uncooked rice, black beans, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Cook the Dish
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  2. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 10gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite spices or hot sauce for extra flavor.

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