Red Beans and Rice
My red beans and rice recipe is simple, hearty, and full of classic flavor without the extra work.
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice I used Jasmine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces sliced andouille sausage
- 1 small diced onion
- 1 diced green bell pepper
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 (15.5-ounce) cans red beans drained and rinsed
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bay leaf
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan of 3 cups of water, cook 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice according to package directions. Remove from heat, keeping rice covered, and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large sauté pan or Dutch oven. Add in 12 ounces sliced andouille sausage and cook until the sausage starts to get some color.
- Add 1 small diced onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 2 diced celery stalks. Allow this to cook for about 5-6 minutes, until the veggies are just starting to get tender.
- Add in 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ½ teaspoon cayenne, and ½ teaspoon dried thyme. Stir to combine and allow this to cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, 3 (15.5-ounce) cans red beans, and 1 bay leaf. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook covered for 15 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to cook, stirring occasionally. Using a wooden spoon, gently mash the beans to help thicken.
- Serve over rice and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
Leftover Instructions
- Fridge: Let the red beans and rice cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the red beans only (without rice) in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat on the stovetop until warmed through.
Nutrition
Calories: 729kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 908mg | Potassium: 1248mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 8mg
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