Red Beans-and-Rice Skillet

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 (13 3/4-ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 (15 1/2-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 2 cups uncooked quick-cooking rice

Preparation

1. Cook first 4 ingredients in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until sausage browns. Add broth and next 3 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.