1 1/2 lbs. smoked sausage or Polska Kielbasa, any variety, sliced into bite size pieces
3 tbsp. oil
1 1/2 c. raw rice
3 1/4 c. fresh or frozen chopped vegetables such as broccoli, peppers, onions, carrots, mushrooms
3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Season to taste: salt, pepper, garlic, oregano

Cook rice and keep warm. Saute vegetables in oil until crisp and tender. Add sausage and season to taste. Heat thoroughly. Mix in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and serve immediately over the warm rice, sprinkling with remaining Parmesan. Serves 6, total preparation time, 15 to 20 minutes.