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Hearty One-Pot Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

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Make this hearty, one-pot black beans and rice with smoky sausage for a satisfying, budget-friendly dinner ready fast. It is great for weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the uncooked rice to the pot and toast it for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the rinsed black beans and the bay leaf. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the cooked sausage. Cover the pot again and let it stand for 5 minutes to steam.
  8. Remove the bay leaf. Fluff the rice and beans mixture with a fork. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For a truly authentic flavor, use smoked Spanish chorizo instead of standard smoked sausage.
  • If you prefer a Vegan Black Beans and Rice meal, skip the sausage and use vegetable broth, adding 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke to the broth for depth.
  • This recipe works well for meal prep; store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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