Slow Cooker Autumn Sausage Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb sausage, any flavor
• 1 large apple, chopped, no need to peel
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped carrot
• 3 cups already cooked long-grain rice
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 cup chicken broth or water

Directions

1. 1

   The Directions.

2. 2

   The amount of ingredients fit nicely in a 4 quart crockpot. I'd say this comfortably feeds a family of 4-5 with a bit of leftovers. If you have a large family or teenagers, add more rice and sausage. It's a pretty easy recipe to adapt to your needs.

3. 3

   If you are going to use uncooked pork sausage, I'd recommend browning on the stove top, and draining before adding to the crockpot.

4. 4

   Otherwise, dump all the ingredients into the crock, and stir well.

5. 5

   Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours, or on high for 3-4. You're really only heating through, and allowing the vegetables to soften.

6. 6

   This will not stick together like a gloppy casserole; it has the consistency of fried rice. Use bowls to serve rather than plates.