Metropolitan A.M.E. Favorite Sausage Rice Casserole – Black Foodie Finder

A Hearty Southern Sausage and Rice Casserole

Savory sausage, tender rice, and creamy soup come together in Metropolitan A.M.E. Favorite Sausage Rice Casserole, a comforting, easy-to-prepare dish featured in The Black Family Reunion Cookbook. With just a handful of ingredients, this casserole delivers rich flavor and homestyle goodness.

Perfect for family dinners, church gatherings, and potlucks, this traditional recipe reflects the simplicity and warmth of Southern comfort food.

Ingredients

(Listed exactly as they appear in the cookbook.)

• 1 pound sausage
• 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 1 can (10¾ ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10¾ ounces) cream of chicken soup
• 1 can (10¾ ounces) cream of celery soup
• 1 can water

Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven. Set oven to 350°F.
2. Brown the sausage. Crumble sausage into a skillet and cook over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Combine ingredients. Transfer sausage to a 2-quart casserole dish. Add uncooked rice, all three soups, and water. Mix well.
4. Bake the casserole. Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring after 25 minutes, until the rice is tender.
5. Serve warm. Remove from the oven and serve as a hearty main dish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

• Choose flavorful sausage. Try mild or spicy pork sausage to customize the casserole’s flavor.
• Check the rice. Make sure the rice is tender before serving. If needed, add a splash of water and continue baking until fully cooked.
• Add vegetables. Stir in sautéed onions, bell peppers, or celery for extra flavor and texture.
• Serve Southern-style. Pair with collard greens, green beans, cornbread, or a fresh garden salad.

About the Creator

The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) celebrates African American culinary heritage through The Black Family Reunion Cookbook, preserving recipes that reflect generations of family cooking traditions.

Church gatherings, fellowship meals, and community celebrations have long played an important role in African American food culture. Casseroles like this one are especially suited for sharing because they combine affordable ingredients with simple preparation.

This recipe reflects the cookbook’s celebration of food, family, faith, and community.

The Black Family Reunion Cookbook | National Council of Negro Women

Where to Find This Recipe

The original Metropolitan A.M.E. Favorite Sausage Rice Casserole recipe appears in The Black Family Reunion Cookbook: Recipes & Food Memories by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., published by Simon & Schuster.

The cookbook identifies this dish as a Heritage Recipe, highlighting its place among traditional recipes preserved in the collection.

This Black Foodie adaptation preserves the original ingredients and cooking method while presenting the instructions in updated language. Pro tips and serving suggestions are additional Black Foodie recommendations.