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Dutch Oven Cajun Sausage and Rice {Gluten and Dairy-Free}

This one-pot dinner is quick and easy to prepare and cooks in 20 minutes on a camping stove. The Cajun seasonings and spicy sausage really turn up the flavor on this hearty dutch oven version of red beans and rice. Naturally gluten and dairy-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 TBSP Olive Oil
  • 1 Large Yellow Onion (diced)
  • 1 Large Green Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 Package (13-oz) Cajun Andouille-Style Sausage (sliced; check for gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 32-oz Carton Chicken Broth
  • 1 16-oz Can Dark Red Kidney Beans (Do NOT Drain)
  • 1½ Cups White Rice (NOT quick-cook; should require 15-20 mins cooking time. I prefer Basmati Rice)
  • 1 8-oz Can Tomato Paste
  • 1½ tsp. Cajun Seasoning (I used Tony Chachere's; Check for gluten-free if needed)
  • ¼ tsp. Cayenne Pepper (optional if additional spiciness is desired)

Equipment

  • 10-Inch Deep or 12-Inch Dutch Oven (or a stockpot, 5-quart capacity or larger)
  • Propane Camp Stove and Fuel, Lighter
  • Stirring Spoon
  • Knife and Cutting Board (if not prepping ingredients prior to camping)
  • Can opener

Method
 

At Home Before Camping:
  1. Dice the onion and green pepper. Store in an airtight bag or container in the fridge or cooler for up to 3 days before using.
  2. Slice the sausage into thin circles. Store in an airtight bag or container in the fridge or cooler for up to 3 days before using.
  3. Measure 1½ cups of dry rice and store in an airtight bag or container.
  4. Measure the Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper. Combine, and place in a small container.
To Cook While Camping:
  1. Place the dutch oven on the camp stove burner and heat oil for 2-3 minutes over medium-high heat.
  2. Add diced onion and green pepper, sauteing until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add sliced sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the beans (with liquid), tomato paste, broth, rice, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally. Enjoy!

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