Sausage and Pineapple Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 pound of smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
• 1 can (20 ounces) of pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
• 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) of cream of mushroom soup
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook 2 cups of rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a teaspoon of oil. Sauté the chopped onions and bell peppers for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
4. Add the sliced smoked sausage into the skillet with the vegetables and sauté for another 5 minutes until heated through.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed sausage and vegetable mixture, cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, reserved pineapple juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
6. Gently fold in the drained pineapple chunks.
7. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.

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