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Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Red Beans And Rice Recipe
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4.8 from 11 reviews

This flavorful Red Beans and Rice recipe is a classic Southern comfort food dish that is hearty and satisfying. The combination of creamy red beans, savory andouille sausage, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth is perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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For the Red Beans:

  • 1 pound dry red beans
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Andouille Sausage:

  • 12 to 14 ounces andouille sausage (cut into 1/4-inch slices)
  • ½ tablespoon butter

For the Vegetable Mixture:

  • 1 large yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 celery ribs (diced)
  • 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 small green bell pepper (diced)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)

Seasonings and Broth:

  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne red pepper (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 6 to 7 cups low sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions (plus more for garnish)

For Serving:

  • 1½ cups long grain brown rice or white rice (cooked according to package directions)

Instructions

  1. Soak the beans: Put the dry beans in a large soup pot or a large bowl; cover in water and soak for 8 hours or overnight. Water should come up about 2 inches over the beans.
  2. Brown the andouille sausages: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Melt butter in the pot. Cook onions until soft, then add celery, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in seasonings and broth: Add salt, oregano, thyme, paprika, cayenne, and black pepper. Pour in broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Add beans and sausage: Rinse soaked beans and add to pot with sausage.
  6. Simmer: Add bay leaves, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
  7. Mash the beans: Remove bay leaves, mash 1 cup of beans, and return to pot.
  8. Adjust: Thin with water if needed. Season to taste.
  9. Finish and serve: Stir in parsley and green onions. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

  • You can add extra cayenne pepper for a spicier kick.
  • This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

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Keywords: Red Beans, Rice, Southern, Comfort Food, Andouille Sausage

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