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Easy Sausage and Bean Casserole Recipe

This delicious sausage and bean casserole combines hearty, pantry-friendly ingredients for a comforting, nutritious dinner.

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook30 min
  • Total45 min
  • Makes6 servings
  • Calories462
Easy Sausage and Bean Casserole Recipe

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 derees F.

  2. 2

    Cook the rice according to the package and set aside.In a large mixing bowl combine the sausage, salsa, spices, rice, beans, diced tomatoes and the rice and mix well. Add 1 cup of cheese and combine.

  3. 3

    In a 9 x 13 casserole dish spray with non-stick spray. Spread the rice casserole in the dish and even it out. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on the casserole.

  4. 4

    Bake in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sausage is heated through.

  5. 5

    Serve warm and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

Protein options: Try ground beef, shredded chicken, Sweet Italian sausage, Cooking tip: If using raw sausage, cook it first in a large frying pan over medium heat with a splash of water or olive oil before combining the browned sausage with other ingredients. Broth boost: Adding a small amount of chicken stock to the mixture can enhance flavor and keep the dish moist. Grains: You can swap out the rice for quinoa, farro, or even a wild rice blend. Vegetables: Add sautéed bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños if desired Beans: Kidney beans, red beans, pinto beans, butter beans, or a mix of beans will work. Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes or heat in the microwave for a couple of minutes until fully warmed. Freeze Unbaked casserole: Assemble the casserole without the cheese topping, cover tightly, and freeze. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge, top with the cheese, and bake at 350°F until heated through. Freeze Baked casserole: Let it cool completely, then freeze in a freezer-safe container, freezer bag, or wrapped tightly in foil. It will last up to 4 months.

Per serving

  • Carbs30 g
  • Protein21 g
  • Fat29 g
  • Fiber2 g

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