Rice Cooker Blues Recipe

Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana (known for some of the best food in the world) I have a mixture of personal recipes as well as some favorites I've found along the way.

( halthecajunladyaccent ) A comforting, one-pot meal that's as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. This Southern-inspired dish combines fluffy white rice, smoky sausage, and savory black-eyed peas, all infused with rich flavors of sautéed onions, butter, and beef broth. Prepared effortlessly in a rice cooker, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you need a hearty meal with minimal cleanup. Whether it's a nostalgic reminder of home or a quick dinner solution, Rice Cooker Blues is sure to leave your kitchen smelling divine and your taste buds wanting more. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a dish you'll come back to again and again.

Servings: 6

1½ cups of white rice (medium grain recommended)

½ onion, chopped (adjust amount to your preference)

2 to 3 links of smoked sausage (your favorite brand)

1 stick of butter

1 cup of beef broth

½ cup of water

Salt, to taste

1 can of black-eyed peas (do not drain)

Wash the rice thoroughly.

Slice the smoked sausage and chop the onion.

Sauté the smoked sausage and onions in a pan. Add any other ingredients you like during this step.

Transfer the sautéed mixture to your rice cooker.

Add the washed rice, stick of butter, beef broth, and water to the rice cooker.

Season with salt to taste. If you don't typically add salt to rice, skip this step.

Pour in the entire can of black-eyed peas, including the liquid.

Stir everything well.

Cover the rice cooker, plug it in, and press the cook button. Let it cook until done.

This dish is quick and easy, taking about 35 minutes to prepare and cook.

It fills the kitchen with a wonderful aroma and is a comforting, hearty meal.

Servings: 6

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