CAJUN DIRTY RICE

CAJUN DIRTY RICE
“Make it as spicy or mild as you please. If you’re cooking for a crowd, this recipe can easily be doubled. Be sure to serve this with cornbread.”



1 lb. lean ground beef
1 lb. beef sausage
1 onion, finely diced
1 (8-oz.) package dirty rice mix
2 cups water
1 (10-oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
2 (15-oz.) cans kidney beans, drained
salt and pepper to taste


In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, sausage, and onion, drain.

In a large pan, combine the rice mix and 2 cups water. Add diced tomatoes and chilies. Stir in the kidney beans. Bring to a boil, then add meat mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Return to boil, reduce heat, and cover, stirring occasionally. Cook for 25 minutes, until rice is easily fluffed with a fork.


Yield: 8 servings.