Surprise Rice Recipe

A savory and comforting baked rice casserole bursting with flavor! This family-friendly recipe features juicy sausages and vibrant peppers, all baked to perfection in a creamy milk sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 471.8 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Surprise Rice

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How to Make Surprise Rice

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Remove seeds from 1 large bell pepper. Finely chop the pepper and parboil for 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the parboiled pepper, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, and 2 cups cooked rice.
  4. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
  5. Spread half of the rice mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Arrange 1 pound of partially cooked sausages (Italian sausage recommended) over the rice.
  7. Top with the remaining rice mixture.
  8. Pour 1 1/2 cups of milk evenly over the rice.
  9. Dot the top with 2 tablespoons of butter.
  10. Cover the baking dish with foil.
  11. Bake for 30 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake for another 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  13. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

31g

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Surprise Rice?

Surprise Rice takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Surprise Rice?

Surprise Rice has approximately 471.8 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Surprise Rice?

The key ingredients for Surprise Rice are Rice, Milk, Sausage, Onion, Sweet Pepper, Margarine. See the full list with measurements above.

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