Tex-Mix

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and savory skillet dish combining smoked sausage, rice, and beans in rich barbecue sauce
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This hearty Tex-Mix is a comforting one-pan meal that brings together the smoky richness of beef sausage with the earthy tones of red beans and fluffy rice. Coated in a tangy hickory-smoked barbecue sauce, every bite offers a perfect balance of textures and bold flavors. It’s an ideal solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, requiring minimal prep time and common pantry staples. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic, home-style experience that satisfies cravings for something warm, savory, and deeply flavorful without the fuss.

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Tex-Mix

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 341.6

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This hearty Tex-Mix is a comforting one-pan meal that brings together the smoky richness of beef sausage with the earthy tones of red beans and fluffy rice. Coated in a tangy hickory-smoked barbecue sauce, every bite offers a perfect balance of textures and bold flavors. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, requiring minimal prep time and common pantry staples. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic, home-style experience that satisfies cravings for something warm, savory, and deeply flavorful without the fuss.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Slice the smoked beef sausage into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through and slightly crisped.
  3. Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then return the sausage to the pan.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, rinsed beans, and hickory-smoked BBQ sauce.
  5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thoroughly heated and flavors are combined, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Alternatively, for microwave preparation: Place sausage in a microwave-proof dish, cover with waxed paper, and cook on HIGH for 3 minutes.
  7. Add rice, beans, and sauce to the microwaved sausage.
  8. Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring once after 2 minutes, until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 341.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.1g41%
Saturated Fat 9.1g46%
Cholesterol 59.0mg20%
Sodium 915.9mg39%
Total Carbohydrate 1.7g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 22.7g46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: american, appetizer, beef, beans, bbq, barbecue, easy, quick, rice, sausage, smoked, skillet, tex-mex, side dish, one-pot, comfort food
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