Hearty Black Beans and Sausage Over Rice

Name: Hearty Black Beans and Sausage Over Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into coins; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 4 cups cooked white or brown rice; Fresh cilantro for garnish

This comforting bowl of smoky sausage and tender black beans is the perfect weeknight meal when you want something filling.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026

Hearty Black Beans and Sausage Over Rice

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a bowl of beans and rice. It is one of those classic meals that comes together quickly but tastes like it has been simmering on the stove all afternoon. Everyone in my house loves this dish because it is warm, savory, and keeps us full for hours.

My secret for getting the best flavor is to make sure you brown the sausage well before adding the other ingredients. This adds a nice depth to the beans. If you like a little extra heat, feel free to add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite hot sauce at the end.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into coins
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups cooked white or brown rice
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the sliced sausage to the pan and cook until it is nicely browned on both sides.
3
Toss in the diced onion and cook for about five minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute until it smells fragrant.
5
Pour in the black beans, broth, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir everything together well.
6
Turn the heat down to low and let the mixture simmer for about ten minutes so the flavors can blend together.
7
Taste the beans and add a little salt or pepper if you think it needs it.
8
Serve the bean and sausage mixture hot over a generous scoop of cooked rice and top with fresh cilantro.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This dish actually tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to settle. You can serve this with a side of cornbread or a simple green salad to round out the meal.

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