This is a sponsored post written by me about a product I love–Minute Rice®.
We all have those recipes in our repertoire that we pull out of our sleeve when we haven’t planned anything else for dinner. Ours is affectionately known as “salsa rice.” We have been making it for years now. Basically, it’s awesome. It takes just minutes to make so it’s perfect for a busy weeknight. The bonus is that it is all made in one pan, and everyone loves it. It’s cheesy and has awesome flavors thanks to salsa and sausage.
In the past, we’ve always just used bottled salsa but for today’s recipe I’m including a recipe for homemade blender salsa. It’s totally up to you though. If you don’t have a lot of time then just use what you have in the pantry. If you want to make this recipe stretch, then you can add a can of drained black or pinto beans.
We always use Minute® 100% Whole Grain Brown Ricefor our salsa rice. It’s
awesome because you get all the nutrition of regular brown rice except it only
takes 10 minutes to make (as opposed to 40 minutes–ain’t nobody got time for
that). We actually always have Minute® Brown Rice in our pantry for other
recipes as well. It’s just what we use. I don’t really have the
patience to cook rice for 40 minutes (unless I make it in my slow cooker). I noticed from the Minute Rice website that they have a somewhat new product called Minute® Multi-Grain Medley. It’s a blend of four gluten-free grains–brown rice, Thai red rice, wild rice and quinoa. And like their other products it cooks quickly in just 10 minutes. I’m totally going to have to try this new product! I love whole grains but I don’t love how long they take to cook traditionally so this is going to be perfect for me.
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To make our family’s salsa rice, the first thing you’ll do is brown sausage in your large skillet over medium high heat. I like to get my sausage browned really well. I like some crispy pieces in there! I always try to wear an apron when cooking sausage so the grease doesn’t pop and sizzle all over my clothes.
After the sausage is browned, you’ll drain off as much grease as possible. Then you’ll add in the Minute® Brown Rice, water, and the salsa. You’ll bring the liquids to a simmer, then cover and let cook over low heat for about 18 minutes. How easy is that?!
You’ll add some cheddar and let it melt for a minute, then I like to add crunched up tortilla chips and diced avocados on top. You could also drop a dollop of sour cream on the top of each serving but it’s pretty creamy and delicious as is.
My husband loves the microwaveable cups/bowls because they're quick and super easy for work. As for me, I'm a huge fan of those and the brown rice. White rice is nice, but the brown just has a nicer texture and flavor to me! 🙂
Brown Rice almost exclusively. I may love rice, but I do not, or cannot stand the interminable wait, until I pop it into my mouth. One of my favorites is stuffed bell peppers. Well, they would take forever if not for Minute Rice. Oh, I can taste one now. Only problem, I am on holiday, and in a Motel so have to wait to get home. Oh the pain. We have to settle for a meal cooked out.
I will have to try the gluten free mix. I've always used the white in a stuffed pepper recipe I have but would love to try it with brown or gluten free. Chris
I love the Premium Minute Rice! I use it when making homemade General Tso's chicken or Jambalaya. So good!! I can't wait to try the Multi-Grain Medley though!
I have not ever tried Minute Rice. I'm from Hawaii and have always owned a rice cooker (=EASY) but the idea of making brown rice in 10 minutes is very appealing!
My favorite Minute Rice product is the brown rice.
My favorite Minute Rice product is the Premium Minute Rice. I prefer white over brown rice.
My favorite is also the instant brown rice. Nothing added, but much quicker to cook.
My favorite is the the instant brown rice!
Love the original instant rice!
My college age kids have always loved minute rice. Some have preferred the white and others the brown!
My husband loves the microwaveable cups/bowls because they're quick and super easy for work. As for me, I'm a huge fan of those and the brown rice. White rice is nice, but the brown just has a nicer texture and flavor to me! 🙂
i just love rice …so hard to choose
i just love rice …so hard to choose
I like the Classic Minute White Rice (cooks in 5 minutes!)
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Brown Rice almost exclusively. I may love rice, but I do not, or cannot stand the interminable wait, until I pop it into my mouth. One of my favorites is stuffed bell peppers. Well, they would take forever if not for Minute Rice. Oh, I can taste one now. Only problem, I am on holiday, and in a Motel so have to wait to get home. Oh the pain. We have to settle for a meal cooked out.
I like to use the brown rice to make Dirty Rice.
Rarely use instant rice but prefer brown
Premium Minute Rice
I love Brown rice and glad this product only cooks for 10 minutes. That's a delicious looking dish, by the way. 🙂
The ready to serve brown rice cups
I like the instant white rice.
I always have a box of the Munite Brown rice handy. It goes with so many foods.
I like the rice-in-a-bag; so easy. The brown rice is very good.
I will have to try the gluten free mix. I've always used the white in a stuffed pepper recipe I have but would love to try it with brown or gluten free. Chris
My favorite is Ready to Serve Multi-Grain Medley!
I like their White Rice
I like their Minute® Ready to Serve Multi-Grain Medley
We only use brown rice in our home for health reasons. This recipe looks yum!! Thanks for the giveaway!!
I like Minute Brown Rice.
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This looks like a great week night recipe! You could probably use ground beef, turkey or chicken too!
I love the Premium Minute Rice! I use it when making homemade General Tso's chicken or Jambalaya. So good!! I can't wait to try the Multi-Grain Medley though!
Never have used minute rice, but the trio sounds good, will have to look for it and give it a try.
I think we've used the instant white rice
My favorite product is their brown rice.
I don't use it often but when I do it's the instant white rice.
I love the Premium Minute Rice. My husband and I use it to make my quick and simple jambalaya!
Gasp, I've never used Minute Rice – guess I need to try it!
I love the brown rice. I think it has a fantastic taste.
I have not ever tried Minute Rice. I'm from Hawaii and have always owned a rice cooker (=EASY) but the idea of making brown rice in 10 minutes is very appealing!
Our family is changing to a healthier menu and lifestyle, Minute Rice brown rice has made this so much easier and quicker for us.
Brown rice. It's so quick and easy.
My favorite Minute Rice product is the Thai Jasmine rice <3
I love the classic white rice!! I know brown rice is better for you but I just LOVE white! Lol
My favorite Minute Rice product is the Ready-To-Serve Brown Rice in the microwaveable cups.