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Louisiana-Style Red Beans and Rice

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A comforting and flavorful one-pot wonder that embodies the spirit of Cajun cooking, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups red beans Soaking overnight can enhance flavor.
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced Can substitute with turkey or plant-based sausage.
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Long-grain white rice (to serve)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Toss in the minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the red beans, sliced andouille sausage, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. While the beans are cooking, prepare the long-grain white rice according to package instructions.
  8. Once everything is cooked to perfection, serve the red bean mixture generously over the rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2g

Notes

For best results, allow the dish to sit after cooking. Serve garnished with green onions or parsley, and consider adding hot sauce for extra spice.
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