Savannah Red Rice Recipe ๐
Description: This savory Savannah Red Rice recipe makes a delightful side dish or can be elevated into a hearty main course by adding cooked shrimp. However, it’s so delicious on its own, especially when paired with a fresh salad!
Total Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Recipe Category: Rice
Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 large onion
- 1 green pepper
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 can of tomatoes
- 1 can of tomato sauce
- 3 links of kielbasa sausage
- 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 1 cup of rice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 305.9
- Fat: 14.4g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8g
- Cholesterol: 30.4mg
- Sodium: 613.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.9g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 5.5g
- Protein: 9.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Start by frying the bacon in a large skillet until it’s nice and crispy. Once done, remove the bacon from the pan and crumble it into small pieces.
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Saute Aromatics:
- In the same skillet with the remaining bacon fat, saute the chopped onion, green pepper, and minced garlic until they become tender and aromatic. Add the Creole seasoning to the mix and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
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Create the Sauce:
- Now, it’s time to build up the savory sauce! Add back the crumbled bacon into the skillet along with sliced kielbasa sausage, canned tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 1 hour, letting all the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Prepare the Rice:
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the rice according to package instructions. You want it to be fluffy and perfectly cooked.
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Combine and Bake:
- Once the sauce is ready and the rice is cooked, it’s time to bring everything together. Gradually add the cooked rice into the skillet with the sauce, mixing well after each addition until all the rice is incorporated and coated with the flavorful sauce.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Transfer the rice mixture into a 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake it in a preheated oven at 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) for about 30 to 40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld further and the top to get slightly crispy.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Once baked, remove the foil, and serve the Savannah Red Rice hot, garnished with some freshly chopped parsley if desired. This dish is perfect as a side or a standalone meal, and it’s sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and comforting aroma!
Whether you’re cooking up a quick weeknight dinner or planning a special gathering, this Savannah Red Rice recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at the table. So gather your ingredients and get ready to savor every delicious bite of this Southern-inspired dish! ๐
