Get ready to transform your dinner routine with this incredibly satisfying Sausage and Rice Casserole that combines savory pork sausage, tender vegetables, and perfectly cooked rice. This is the ultimate comfort food that brings together rich flavors and textures in one simple, delicious dish. Perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings, this casserole will become your new go-to recipe for easy and hearty meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450 g) pork sausage
- 1 cup (150 g) diced onion (about 1 small onion)
- 1 cup (120 g) diced celery (about 3 ribs of celery)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 (14.5 oz/430 ml) can chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 oz/298 ml) can cream of celery soup
- 1 cup (190 g) uncooked long grain rice
- ¼ cup (30 g) slivered almonds
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare for Baking
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
2. Cook the Sausage
Add pork sausage to a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until most of the pink is gone, breaking the sausage into small pieces as it cooks.
3. Add Vegetables
Stir in diced onion, diced celery, and minced garlic. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes longer, until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is completely browned.
4. Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix the cooked sausage mixture, chicken broth, cream of celery soup, and uncooked rice until well combined and evenly distributed.
5. Assemble Casserole
Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle slivered almonds evenly over the top. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
6. Bake
Place in preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, allowing the rice to cook and absorb all the delicious flavors.
7. Rest and Serve
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the dish to set and makes serving easier.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Resting Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 6-8
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 18g
Pro tip: For extra crunch, toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before sprinkling them on top of the casserole!