Savory Sausage Breakfast Rice Delight 🍳🍚

Breakfast Rice Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🥄 Servings: Not specified

Description

This Breakfast Rice recipe is a delightful morning treat that combines the heartiness of cooked rice with the savory flavors of sausage, vegetables, and creamy cheese. It’s a quick and easy dish perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekend brunches.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1/2 lb bulk sausage
• 1/2 green pepper, diced
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Velveeta cheese or Cheese Whiz
• Milk (for cheese sauce)

Instructions

1. Prepare Sausage and Vegetables: In a large, heavy skillet, sauté the bulk sausage, diced green peppers, onions, and mushrooms over medium heat until the sausage is crumbled and fully cooked, approximately 10 minutes.

2. Drain Fat: Pour off excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.

3. Add Rice and Seasonings: To the skillet, add the cooked rice along with the garlic powder and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring often to incorporate the flavors.

4. Prepare Cheese Sauce: In a small saucepan or microwaveable dish, melt the Velveeta cheese or Cheese Whiz with a little milk until it reaches a “just pourable” consistency, creating a creamy cheese sauce.

5. Combine and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and add the prepared cheese sauce to the rice mixture, stirring well to ensure even distribution. The rice mixture should become slightly sticky from the cheese.

6. Serve Hot: Transfer the Breakfast Rice to serving plates and serve hot, enjoying the comforting blend of flavors and textures.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 328.3
• Fat: 10.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.9g
• Cholesterol: 41.4mg
• Sodium: 289.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 43.5g
  • Fiber: 1.2g
  • Sugar: 1.5g
• Protein: 12.5g

Recipe Notes

• This Breakfast Rice recipe is versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Feel free to add extra vegetables like diced tomatoes or spinach for added nutrition and flavor.
• For a spicy kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the rice mixture.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or on the stove for a quick and satisfying breakfast option.
• This recipe is kid-friendly and can be a great way to sneak in some extra veggies for picky eaters.