Jag (Portuguese Rice and Beans)

Jag (Portuguese Rice and Beans)

This jag recipe has been in my family for years. It is so easy to make. I was worried my kids would not like it, but both of them had second bowls!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 pound linguica sausage, cut into cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can prepared shelled beans
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 2 cups uncooked white rice

Directions

Step 1
Melt butter in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat; add linguica, onion, bell peppers, black pepper, basil, and oregano. Saut? until vegetables are very tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 2
Stir beans into linguica-vegetable mixture; cook until beans are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
Pour in water; stir in rice. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is completely absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

562
Calories
34g
Fat
45g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 562
% Daily Value *
Total Fat34g 43%
Saturated Fat16g 78%
Cholesterol80mg 27%
Sodium973mg 42%
Total Carbohydrate45g 16%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars2g
Protein19g
Vitamin C34mg 172%
Calcium52mg 4%
Iron4mg 21%
Potassium439mg 9%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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