Southern Cheesy Beef Sausage Casserole: A Cozy Comfort Dish
Enjoy this Southern Cheesy Beef Sausage, Corn, and Rice Casserole—a hearty dish that combines the richness of beef sausage with creamy cheese and corn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
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- 1 pound beef sausage
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups corn (frozen or fresh)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the beef sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic over medium heat until the sausage is browned.
- Add the rice, corn, chicken broth, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Southern Cheesy Beef Sausage, Corn, Rice, Casserole