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Hearty Rice & Beef Sausage One-Pot Meal (Print Version)

Quick and easy one-pot meal featuring savory beef sausage, fluffy rice, and vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American

# Ingredients:

→ Aromatic Foundation

01 - 1 tbsp olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ The Hearty Core

04 - 1 lb smoked beef sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
05 - 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
06 - 3 cups beef broth

→ Vibrant Veggies & Flavor Boosters

07 - 1 large red bell pepper, diced
08 - 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
09 - 1 cup frozen corn
10 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Fresh Finish

15 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 medium yellow onion, diced, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in 3 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. Add 1 lb smoked beef sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds, and brown for 5-7 minutes.
02 - Stir in 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly toasted. Add 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stirring to coat the rice and sausage.
03 - Pour in 3 cups beef broth and add 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, along with 1 large red bell pepper, diced. Stir everything together well. This combination of ingredients is crucial for the rich flavor of your Hearty Rice and Beef Sausage One-Pot Meal.
04 - Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 18-20 minutes. This ensures the rice cooks perfectly and absorbs the flavorful broth, forming the base of your Hearty Rice and Beef Sausage One-Pot Meal.
05 - After 18-20 minutes, gently stir in 1 cup frozen corn. Cover the pot again and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and most of the liquid has been absorbed, completing your Hearty Rice and Beef Sausage One-Pot Meal.
06 - Remove the pot from the heat and let the Hearty Rice and Beef Sausage One-Pot Meal rest, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the rice to steam perfectly. Garnish generously with 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other spices in Step 2.
02 - Any type of smoked sausage (chicken, turkey, or pork) can be substituted for the beef sausage in this recipe.
03 - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
04 - Avoid lifting the lid too often during the simmering process to ensure the rice cooks evenly and absorbs all the liquid.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large pot or Dutch oven
02 - Cutting board
03 - Chef's knife
04 - Measuring cups
05 - Measuring spoons
06 - Wooden spoon or spatula

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 774 kcal
Total Fat: 34 g
Total Carbohydrate: 81 g
Protein: 33 g

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