SAUSAGE & BEANS WITH RICE

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This hearty casserole has a flavor combination that the whole family will love. "My husband, who is always suspicious of new dishes, loves this one. It's become a regular in our rotation." -Beth Cholette of Penfield, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup instant brown rice
1 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons corn syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until onion is crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein.