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A vibrant plate featuring fluffy white rice topped with hearty black beans and slices of juicy sausage, garnished with fresh herbs and colorful vegetables, styled on a rustic wooden table with vibrant color contrasts and appealing textures.

Savory Black Beans and Rice with Delicious Sausage

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A hearty and flavorful black beans and rice dish complemented with savory sausage slices, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or satisfying lunch.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté sausage slices until browned, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until tender.
  4. Add rice and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, add cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in black beans and cooked sausage, cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

Notes

  • Feel free to add hot sauce for extra spice.
  • Use vegetarian sausage for a plant-based version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort-food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 470 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg