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Black Beans and Rice with Sausage – A Hearty, Flavor-Packed One-Pot Meal

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A one-pot, protein-packed dish of tender rice, black beans, and smoky sausage cooked with onions, garlic, and bold spices. Comforting, flavorful, and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 1 bell pepper, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice

  • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2¾ cups chicken broth

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: pinch of cayenne, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté sausage until browned, 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  • In same pan, cook onion and bell pepper until soft, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

  • Stir in rice and spices. Toast 1–2 minutes.

  • Add broth, black beans, and cooked sausage. Stir, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

  • Let rest 5–10 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Use brown rice with more liquid and longer cook time.

  • Make it spicy with cayenne or hot sausage.

  • Vegan-friendly with plant-based sausage and vegetable broth.

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