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A flavor-packed Cajun classic! This Dirty Rice is loaded with ground sausage, andouille, the “holy trinity” of vegetables, and savory spices for an incredibly satisfying and easy one-skillet meal.

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•   1 cup white rice (cooked, leftover rice works best)
•   1/2 lb ground sausage (spicy or milk)
•   1/2 cup andouille sausage (diced small)
•   1/2 onion (finely chopped)
•   1/2 green bell pepper (chopped)
•   1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
•   2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
•   1/2 tsp dried thyme
•   1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
•   1 tsp salt (to taste)
•   1 tsp black pepper (to taste)
•   1 splash chicken stock (optional, for moisture)
•   1 pinch green onions (or scallions, chopped, for topping)

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

1. Brown the Meat:
   In a hot skillet, cook ground sausage until browned and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside. Add diced andouille sausage to the same skillet and cook until it starts to caramelize. Remove and set aside with the ground sausage.
2. Sauté the Holy Trinity:
   In that flavor-packed skillet, toss in the onions and both bell peppers. Cook until soft and aromatic (about 4–5 minutes). Add minced garlic, thyme, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Build That Dirty Rice:
   Add your cooked rice right into the skillet. Break up any clumps and mix to coat every grain in the veggie-spice blend. Return the sausage mixture to the pan. If the rice looks dry, splash in some chicken stock to bring it all together.
4. Finish Strong:
   Let everything cook together for 2–3 more minutes so the flavors marry. Top with chopped green onions or scallions and serve hot.

Meal Prep Tip: Make a double batch and freeze in single portions for easy lunches or quick sides. Dirty rice gets even better the next day.

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