Ingredients

2 turkey sausage, links, Italian-style

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

19 ounce lentil soup, canned

2 cup spinach, quick-frozen

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1/2 cup converted white rice, uncooked

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

1/2 cup extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, grated

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Remove casings from sausage and crumble with a fork.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage and onions; cook, stirring, until onions soften, about 5 minutes. Add soup, spinach and oregano; heat through. Add rice. Season with pepper.
  3. Transfer to a lightly oiled baking dish; cover with foil. Bake casserole for 35 minutes, or until rice is tender. Top with cheese. Bake uncovered for a few minutes to melt cheese