Mexican rice, beans and sausage

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupLong-grain white rice
1smallOnion; chopped
1pack(13 ounce) Mexican-flavored smoked turkey-and-chicken; sausages, cut crosswise into 1/4\"slices
1tablespoonOlive oil
1can(14 1/2 ounce) reduced-sodium chicken broth
cupWater
1can(15 ounce) black beans; cooked, drain, rinse
1can(7 ounce) whole-kernel corn; drain
2tablespoonsFresh cilantro leaves; chopped

Directions

Heat oven to 375°F. In 2½ quart casserole or Dutch oven, combine rice, onion, sausages and oil, mixing to coat rice competely with oi.

In 1-quart microwave-safe measuring cup over medium heat, heat broth and water to boiling. Pour broth mixture into casserole and cover.

Bake rice mixture 30 minutes. Stir in black beans, corn and cilantro. Cover and bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until all liquid is absorbed.

NOTES : With the help of Mexican-flavored sausage and a pantry stock with rice, beans, and corn, this hearty medley can be ready to serve in less than an hour.

Recipe by: Country Living (February 1998) Posted to recipelu-digest by "Nesb2@..." <Nesb2@...> on Mar 23, 1998