Sausage with Spicy Tomato Sauce and Rice (35 Minutes)

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Get ready for a flavorful Creole-inspired recipe! This dish captures the essence of Louisiana cuisine with its smoky sausage and zesty tomato sauce, creating a mouthwatering combination. Plus it’s a breeze to put together so let’s roll up our sleeves and dive in!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Cooked white rice, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced sausage until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced bell pepper, Creole seasoning, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the sausage through and meld the flavors.
  5. Spoon the flavorful sauce over a bed of cooked white rice.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley, and you’re ready to enjoy this Creole delight!

Notes

For an extra kick, adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness. Serve this delicious dish with side of traditional Creole sides like beans or fried plantains. Feel free to experiment with different types of sausage for unique flavor variations. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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