CAJUN RICE CASSEROLE

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This is a hearty and spicy rice dish that both my mother frequently cook. It makes a wonderful compliment to many meat dishes. Also great on its own with a green salad.

Provided by soochchef

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 lb Italian turkey sausage, casing removed if applicable
1 teaspoon canola oil (or other light cooking oil)
1 1/4 cups onions, chopped
1 1/4 cups celery, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups long-grain rice, uncooked
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 -6 drops hot sauce (more or less to taste)
31 1/2 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 13" x 9" x 12" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Remove casing from sausage (unless using bulk sausage) and cook sausage in large non-stick skillet over med-high heat until browned, stirring to crumble. Remove from heat, remove sausage from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside. Drain and wipe drippings from skillet with a paper towel.
  • Heat oil in skillet over med-high heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper, garlic and saute for about 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat, stir in sausage, rice and remaining ingredients. Mix well.
  • Spoon rice mixture into prepared baking dish, cover and bake in preheated 350 degree oven for about 1 hour, 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from oven, discard bay leaf and fluff rice with a fork. Sprinkle top with fresh parsley or green onion pieces if desired.
  • Ready to serve and enjoy.

rainbow dog
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This casserole is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


Salman Ali
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Chiamaka Aginam
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Ramesh Raj Gautam
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at holiday gatherings.


Micaela Pereira
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


massimo Mackenzie
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll love the cheesy, flavorful sauce.


Sunshine Love
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can throw it together in minutes.


Shawna Bishop
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Saffola Shahzad Saffola Shahzad
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it. It's a great comfort food.


Mariam Maksoud
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Jason velarde
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Shahzaib chaudhary
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to take to potlucks or parties.


Momin Lashari
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser.


Shihab Udden
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Lexi Hillstrom
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The rice was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Oyu Oyuka
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This Cajun rice casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and had a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


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