Rice Sausage Squares
Transform your mealtime routine with these irresistibly savory Rice Sausage Squares—a comforting, all-in-one dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a hearty snack. Made with tender long-grain white rice, seasoned ground sausage, and a generous helping of melted cheddar cheese, these squares deliver a satisfying combination of textures and flavors. A touch of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper adds a subtle spice, while finely chopped onion enhances the hearty filling. Baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe offers a protein-packed, family-friendly option that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Serve these squares on their own or pair with a zesty dipping sauce for an unforgettable treat that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and set aside to cool.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until soft and translucent. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, sausage-onion mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down lightly into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Serve warm as-is or with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.1 g | 274% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.7 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 984 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 6550 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 162.1 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1804 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 668 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
