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Flavorful Jailhouse Rice Recipe

Flavorful Jailhouse Rice Recipe
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This Flavorful Jailhouse Rice recipe is a comforting one-pot meal that combines ground beef or pork sausage with rice and a creamy sauce. It’s a hearty Southern dish that is easy to make and perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Rice:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or pork sausage
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the ground beef or sausage, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, then add garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook briefly.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in rice, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of chicken soup. Bring to a low boil, then simmer covered for 20–25 minutes.
  4. Finish and Serve: Stir in hot sauce if desired. Let rest, then garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can use ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • For a cheesier twist, add shredded cheddar at the end.
  • Leftovers reheat well for a tasty next-day lunch.

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