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New Orleans Style Red Beans And Rice Recipe

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Description

New Orleans Style Red Beans and Rice is a classic Creole dish that originated in Louisiana. It is made with red beans, rice, and a variety of flavorful spices and seasonings. This dish is perfect for a hearty and filling meal, and it's easy to make with simple ingredients. The dish is typically served on Monday, which is known as "Red Beans and Rice Day" in New Orleans.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried red kidney beans
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups cooked white rice

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Sort and rinse the beans, then soak them in water overnight.
  2. Drain the beans and set them aside.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the sausage over medium heat until browned.
  4. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are soft and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
  6. Add the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Stir in the drained beans and bring the mixture to a boil.
  8. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the mixture is thick and creamy.
  9. Remove the bay leaves and discard them.
  10. Serve the red beans over cooked white rice.

Notes

  • You can also use canned red beans instead of dried, but the texture and flavor will be slightly different.
  • If you don't have smoked sausage, you can use any type of sausage or ham.
  • You can adjust the amount of hot sauce to your liking.
  • The longer you simmer the beans, the thicker and creamier the mixture will become.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 468
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 41mg
  • Sodium: 1055mg
  • Potassium: 1090mg
  • Carbohydrates: 63g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Protein: 25g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to soak the beans overnight to ensure that they cook evenly and become tender.
  • Don't skip the sausage, as it adds a lot of flavor to the dish.
  • You can also add smoked ham hocks or bacon for additional flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Enjoy this delicious and hearty New Orleans Style Red Beans and Rice for a taste of the South!


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