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Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice

Savory Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice for Comfort Food Bliss

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Louisiana Style Red Beans and Rice, a budget-friendly and versatile dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 lb. dry red beans can substitute with kidney beans
  • 6 cups water or vegetable broth for extra flavor
  • 2 pieces bay leaves remove before serving
For the Sausage
  • 14 oz. Andouille sausage can swap for turkey sausage
For the Vegetables
  • 1 piece yellow onion foundational flavor
  • 1 piece green bell pepper can substitute with red bell pepper
  • 3 ribs celery essential for Cajun cooking
  • 4 cloves garlic fresh is best
For Seasoning
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika for signature smokiness
  • 1 tsp dried oregano adds herbal notes
  • 1 tsp dried thyme crucial for flavor
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder for additional garlic flavor
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder enhances seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper standard seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp salt or to taste
For Serving
  • 1.5 cups long grain white rice uncooked
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak the Beans: Cover the dry red beans with double their volume of water in a bowl and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Cook the Sausage: Heat oil in a pot, brown the sliced Andouille sausage for 5-7 minutes, then set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, bell pepper, and chopped celery for 5-8 minutes.
  4. Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic and spices, cooking for 1 minute.
  5. Combine Beans and Water: Drain the soaking water and add beans and fresh water to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  6. Simmer the Mixture: Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. Mash Some Beans: Gently mash some beans against the pot to thicken the mixture. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Cook the Rice: In a separate pot, combine rice and water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  9. Final Combine and Serve: Return the sausage to the beans and stir in parsley. Serve warm over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 23gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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