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Easy Hearty Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

This recipe delivers a comforting and flavorful dish of black beans and rice with sausage, achieving a perfect balance of texture and heartiness. Browning the sausage and blooming the spices are key to unlocking deep, savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound sausage chorizo, andouille, or Italian
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced optional
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro optional garnish
  • Sour cream optional garnish
  • Avocado slices optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove sausage from pot and set aside.
  3. Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno (if using) to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  5. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Return sausage to the pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and avocado slices, if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, reserve a bit of the bean liquid from the can and add it to the simmering pot. To prevent rice from becoming sticky, rinse it thoroughly before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.