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THE RECIPE

20-minute pesto sausage and rice

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup brown or white rice, quinoa works too!

• 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought pesto

• 14 ounces chicken sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices

• basil leaves, for garnish

• 1/4 cup grated or shaved parmesan

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook rice according to package directions.

2. Cook the sausage. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned.

3. Add the rice, sausage, and pesto to a large serving bowl, mixing until well-combined. Top with parmesan and basil before serving. Enjoy!