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Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Recipe
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A classic recipe for Louisiana Red Beans and Rice, a flavorful and comforting dish that combines red beans, andouille sausage, and a blend of aromatic spices. Perfect for a hearty meal with a touch of Cajun flair.

Ingredients

Dry Red Beans:

1 pound

Olive Oil:

2 tablespoons

Andouille Sausage:

12 to 14 ounces, sliced

Butter:

½ tablespoon

Yellow Onion:

1 large, diced

Celery Ribs:

2, diced

Red Bell Pepper:

1 small, diced

Green Bell Pepper:

1 small, diced

Garlic:

6 cloves, minced

Salt:

1 teaspoon

Dried Oregano:

1 teaspoon

Dried Thyme:

½ teaspoon

Paprika:

½ teaspoon

Cayenne Red Pepper:

⅛ teaspoon

Black Pepper:

to taste

Vegetable Broth:

6 to 7 cups, low sodium

Bay Leaves:

2

Parsley:

½ cup, chopped

Green Onions:

¼ cup, chopped

Long Grain Brown or White Rice:

1½ cups, cooked

Instructions

  1. Soak the beans: Place dry beans in a large pot, cover with water, and soak for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Brown the andouille sausages: Cook sausages in olive oil until browned, then set aside.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Cook onions, celery, and bell peppers with garlic.
  4. Season and add broth: Stir in spices, pour in broth, and scrape up browned bits.
  5. Add beans and sausage: Drain and rinse beans, then add to pot with sausage.
  6. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 1 ½ to 2 hours until beans are tender.
  7. Mash the beans: Remove bay leaves, mash some beans, then return to pot.
  8. Adjust: Add water or broth if too thick, adjust seasonings.
  9. Finish and serve: Stir in parsley and green onions, then serve over cooked rice.

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