Cheesy Sausage and Rice Skillet (Print Version)
Cheddar, sausage, broccoli, and rice cook together for a quick, hearty skillet dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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16 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into rounds or half moons
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 cups steamed broccoli, chopped
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2 boxes (6.5 ounces each) Rice-A-Roni, original flavour
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8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
# Steps:
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Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the sliced smoked sausage and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until browned.
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Remove the seasoning packets from the Rice-A-Roni boxes and set aside. Add the rice mixture from both boxes to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to coat the rice in the butter and sausage drippings.
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Pour in 5 cups of water to the skillet. Stir in the reserved seasoning packets from the Rice-A-Roni and mix thoroughly. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
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While the rice and sausage cook, steam the broccoli florets until tender, then chop them into bite-sized pieces.
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Stir the chopped steamed broccoli into the skillet. Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and mix until fully combined and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For best results, shred the cheddar cheese fresh for optimal melting.