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Red Beans and Rice
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried red beans
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the red beans and soak them in a large bowl of water overnight.
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced andouille sausage to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the drained red beans, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the beans simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until they are tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth if needed to keep the beans covered.
- Once the beans are tender, use a spoon to mash some of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the red beans over cooked white rice, and garnish with chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Red beans and rice is a classic Creole dish with roots in Louisiana. This hearty and flavorful dish has been a staple in Southern cuisine for centuries. The combination of red beans, rice, and a medley of spices creates a rich and satisfying meal that has stood the test of time. Chefs in New Orleans, such as Leah Chase of Dooky Chase's Restaurant, have elevated this humble dish to an art form. The best version of this dish can be found in the heart of New Orleans, where the flavors are authentic and the tradition runs deep. The key to a perfect red beans and rice lies in the slow cooking of the beans, allowing them to soak up the flavors of the spices and aromatics. Whether enjoyed at a bustling restaurant in the French Quarter or homemade with a secret family recipe, red beans and rice is a dish that embodies the soul of Southern cooking.
135 min
6
380 calories
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