Colorful Kielbasa

ratherbeswimmin''s Note:

I love skillet dinners and this one is easy and tasty. Takes less than an hour from start to finish.

• Total Time: 43 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 33 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 (10 ¾ ounce) can cream of celery soup , undiluted
• ¾ cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
• 1 lb smoked kielbasa , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• ¾ cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
• 1 (4 ½ ounce) jar sliced mushrooms , drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, add the soup, water, and butter; bring mixture to a boil.
2. Add in the kielbasa and rice; lower the heat, cover and simmer 15-18 minutes or until rice is almost tender.
3. Add in the peas and mushrooms; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and peas are heated.
4. Season to taste if needed--I add a little cayenne.
5. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for a few minutes until cheese is melted.

Reviews

[Southern Bug]

We love this meal! My boyfriend grew up eating this and suggested it one night after. This is his "go-to" meal on nights he cooks, and I love it too! Leftovers are great! A perfect meal to come home to when you're tired.

[Pippahenna]

I love skillet dinners, however, to me this just didn't cut it. I thought it was ok, hubby said please don't make that again.

[tmtiwary]

My kids really liked this recipe. I made some changes though, as I didn't have all the ingredients listed. I used 1 can cream of mushroom soup and frozen mixed veggies instead of just peas. I also sauteed the kielbasa with some onion and red chilli powder. I suggest adding more water as it does seem that the rice takes a bit long to cook. The cheese on top perfected the dish. My kids argued over who would get the last bit.