Red Beans and Rice with Squash
"This hearty rice dish makes a delicious and comforting fall dinner...."
INGREDIENTS
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8
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ounces andouille smoked chicken sausage, bias-cut into 1/2-inch slices
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1
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teaspoon canola oil
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1
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15 ounce can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
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2
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cups cubed butternut squash (8 ounces)
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1
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cup chopped green sweet pepper (2 small)
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1
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cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
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3/4
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cup chopped celery
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3/4
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cup chopped onion
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3/4
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cup water
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1/4
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cup no-salt-added tomato paste
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1
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bay leaf
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1
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tablespoon snipped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
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1/8
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teaspoon ground allspice
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1 2/3
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cups hot cooked brown rice
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