Poorman's Creole

Get ready to savor the bold, soulful flavors of *Poorman's Creole*, a budget-friendly one-pot wonder that's big on taste and easy on effort. This hearty dish combines smoky slices of sausage or kielbasa with a vibrant medley of onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic, simmered in a rich, spiced tomato base infused with classic Creole seasoning and paprika. Perfectly customizable, you can stir in fluffy white rice for a more filling meal or spice it up with a dash of hot sauce to suit your taste. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this comforting Southern-inspired recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or feeding a hungry crowd. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and enjoy a taste of Louisiana right in your kitchen! Keywords: easy Creole recipe, budget-friendly meals, one-pot dinner, sausage Creole, Southern cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juice
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked white rice (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced smoked sausage or kielbasa to the pan and cook until browned on the edges, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

Using the same pan, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, and chicken broth to the pan. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pan. Mix in the Creole seasoning, dried thyme, paprika, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Lower the heat to simmer and cover. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

If using cooked white rice, stir it into the mixture in the last 5 minutes of cooking to warm through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot as a standalone dish or with additional rice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2148.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2003.9

Total Fat 116.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 160.1mg	0%
Sodium 7042.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.9g
Protein 60.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 375.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2860.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 35.1%