Red Beans and Sausage Over Rice

1 pound of lean sausage
2-3 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of cumin
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne (optional)
3 tablespoons of oil

1 bean recipe (replace black beans)
1 white rice recipe

Cut the sausage into 1/4 inch slices. Cut it on the diagonal if you feel fancy. Heat the oil in a dutch oven or large sauce pan and brown the sausage. Keep in mind that the sausage is already salty so avoid salting it further. Add the spices, water, and cook for one minute more.

Combine beans with sausage and heat through. Pour over white or brown rice and enjoy. My toddlers go nuts over beans and sausage.