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Rice-Sausage Squares

These quick and economical squares are delicious, hearty, and satisfying.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Baking Time: 25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 3/4 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 1/2 cups boiling water
  • 1 lb. pork sausage
  • 1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce or pizza sauce
  • 1 tsp. minced onion
  • 2 tbsp. water
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled
  • 12 thin triangles of Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp. seasoned salt

PREPARATION

  1. In a saucepan combine rice and boiling water. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until rice is tender (do not add salt). Drain, if necessary.
  2. Crumble sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until lightly browned. Drain fat, reserve 1 tablespoon, and add to the spaghetti sauce.
  3. Mix onion and cold water. Let stand for 2 to 3 minutes to reconstitute. Stir in rice, sausage, eggs, and salt.
  4. Pack the mixture into an ungreased 8-inch baking dish, smoothing the top. Sprinkle with oregano.
  5. Bake at 400℉ for 20 minutes. Arrange the cheese triangles in a pattern on top. Bake for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice into squares and serve with peas and a lettuce salad or sides of your choice.

Bon Appétit 😋

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