Sausage and Rice Bake (Print-Friendly Version)

A savory sausage and rice dish with veggies baked to tender perfection in rich broth.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Meats

01 - 450 grams sausage

→ Grains

02 - 360 grams uncooked white rice

→ Broth

03 - 950 milliliters chicken broth

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium onion, chopped
05 - 1 bell pepper, chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Canned Goods

07 - 1 can (400 grams) diced tomatoes

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon paprika
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 175 degrees Celsius.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly browned.
03 - Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until softened.
04 - Stir in uncooked rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - Transfer mixture to a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes.
06 - Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
07 - Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to separate the grains.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For a spicier variation, add red pepper flakes during cooking.
02 - Any preferred sausage variety can be used to customize flavor.
03 - Ensure rice is cooked through before serving to avoid hardness.