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

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A hearty one-pot Black Beans and Rice with Sausage meal, packed with smoky, savory flavor and ready in under an hour. Perfect for busy nights or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced

  • 1 bell pepper, diced

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste (or ½ cup diced tomatoes)

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

  • Optional: lime wedges, green onions, cilantro

Instructions

  • Brown sausage in olive oil over medium heat. Set aside.

  • Sauté peppers and onions until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.

  • Stir in rice and spices. Toast for 2 minutes.

  • Add tomato paste and broth. Return sausage to pan.

  • Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 18–20 minutes.

  • Add black beans in final 5 minutes. Fluff and garnish.

Notes

  • Add corn, spinach, or jalapeños for variation.

  • Use brown rice and adjust liquid/cook time if preferred.

  • Store leftovers up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Find it online: https://savoryproteinstudio.com/black-beans-and-rice-with-sausage-a-hearty-flavor-packed-one-pot-meal/