Try one of our favorite savory smoked sausage recipes for a quick and easy meal with big flavor.

We serve them with a gussied-up mayo dipping sauce, but a side ofComeback Saucewould also be delicious.

Definitely use Conecuh if you could find it!"

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It’s truly a one-pot recipe, so dirty dishes are minimal.

Just one bite and no one will miss the usual ground beef and cheese sauce, trust us.

And after you try this sausage-filled version, you’ll want to make it all the time.

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Feel free to replace part or all of the chicken with shrimp, if you prefer.

Simply put all of the ingredients in the slow cooker, and let it cook overnight.

Serve with rice or cornbread (or both!)

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for a comforting, low-effort meal.

Not a fan of andouille?

Substitute your favorite smoked sausage.

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Don’t rush this process, and you’ll be rewarded with a rich, deeply flavored gumbo.

Don’t skip the crispy herbed breadcrumbsthey make a flavorful finishing touch.

Skillet Sausage ‘n’ Rice

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best.

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It’s made in an Instant Pot, so there’s less cook time and clean up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sausage is ground meat that has been mixed with fat and seasonings.

If it has been cold smoked the sausage is not fully cooked.

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If youre not sure, read the label.

Flavor-wise, not all smoked sausages are equaltheres a world of difference between mild kielbasa and fiery andouille.

Our Test Kitchen andmany Southern chefslove hickory-smoked Conecuh sausage, which is made in Alabama.

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Another Louisiana favorite is boudin, a mix of rice, pork sausage, and seasonings.

Country sausage links are mild in flavor, and often served for breakfast alongside eggs and grits.

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