Ingredients:
- 1 (12-ounce) package sage-flavored pork sausage
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 cups cooked long grain rice
- 3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1 cup coarsely chopped roasted, salted cashew nuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Preparation:
Crumble sausage into a large non-stick skillet. Stirring periodically, cook over medium heat until browned, about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain grease from pan. Add maple syrup and vinegar; stir and cook 2 to 3 minutes to blend. Add rice, apricots, cashews, salt and pepper; stir over medium heat until blended. Serve warm.
Each serving provides 426 calories, 10 grams protein, 25 grams fat, 41 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams dietary fiber and 630 milligrams sodium.
Makes 8 servings
Recipe provided by USDA MyPlate Kids Partner Group member: USA Rice