Before cooking

1. Brown sausage and onion in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add rice and continue cooking for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Deglaze with beer and bring to a boil.

Slow cooker

1. Place mixture in slow cooker and add remaining ingredients (except green peas).

2. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or until rice is tender.

3. Add green peas 30 to 45 minutes before end of cooking. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Oven

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Place mixture in a baking dish and add remaining ingredients (except green peas) plus 250 ml (1 cup) of beef broth. Season to taste.

3. Cover and bake for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Monitor amount of liquid and adjust if required.

4. Add peas 30 to 45 minutes before end of cooking. Adjust seasoning before serving.