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Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage for Cozy Nights

A comforting dish of black beans and rice combined with savory sausage for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 1 cup Rice White or brown rice
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb Sausage Sliced or crumbled based on preference
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 small Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Spatula
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and bell pepper, sauté until soft.
  2. Add sliced or crumbled sausage to the pot, cook until browned.
  3. Stir in cumin and chili powder, cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add rice, black beans, and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  6. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with a side of avocado or a salad for a complete meal.

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