Quick turkey and sausage paella

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
Ozburn (hbwk07a)
1poundsTurkey cutlets cut 1/2\" pieces
¾poundsChorizo or other sausage cut in slices
1mediumOnion; thinly sliced
1smallRed bell pepper
tablespoonOlive oil
2mediumsDried hot red chilies
¼teaspoonDried thyme
1Bay leaf
cupLong-grain rice
½cupDry white wine
cupChicken stock
8ouncesCan italian tomatoes
¼teaspoonSaffron
Salt and pepper
¾cupFrozen peas; thawed

Directions

Heat oil in a 3 quart Dutch oven; add turkey and saute until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add sausage and saut it until lightly browned. Add the onions, chiles, thyme, and bay leaf; cook over low heat until onions soften, about 5 minutes; add the bell pepper and rice, stirring to coat with oil. Add the wine, chicken stock, tomatoes, saffron, ¼ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered until rice is tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in peas; cover and let stand for 2 minutes; adjust seasonings and serve immediately. (wrv)