A hearty and flavorful casserole combining sausage, rice, and cheese, perfect for family meals.
Author:Emma Rossi
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Casserole
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded
8 smoked sausage links, cut into half-inch slices
1 cup celery, diced
3 cups pre-cooked white rice
½ cup milk or your preferred substitute
1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup broccoli, steamed and chopped small
1 white onion, chopped finely
1 teaspoon flavored salt blend
Salt and black pepper, adjust to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil or any cooking oil you like
Instructions
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9×13 dish with oil or cooking spray.
Add olive oil to a big skillet on medium heat. Cook the sausage slices for about 5 minutes or until they’re a nice golden color.
Add the onion and celery into the skillet. Stir and sauté for around 3-4 minutes until the veggies soften up.
In a mixing bowl, stir together the cooked rice, milk, and cream of mushroom soup until combined.
Add sausage, sautéed veggies, 1 cup of broccoli, 1½ cups shredded cheese, seasoned salt, plus a bit of salt and pepper. Mix it until it’s all blended evenly.
Pour the mixture evenly into the greased dish. Sprinkle the leftover ½ cup of cheese on top.
Place the dish in the oven for 25-30 minutes till the cheese is melty and bubbling.
Take the dish out of the oven and set it aside for 5 minutes to cool a little, then serve.
Notes
Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference.
You can use low-fat cheese or a dairy-free alternative for a lighter version.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.