Cajun Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: Cajun Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. pinto beans; 1 (8 oz.) tomato sauce; 1 medium bell pepper, chopped; 2 large chopped onions; 1 bag crab boil; 4 to 6 dashes thyme; 2 Tbsp. parsley; 1 lb. smoked sausage; 2 to 3 Tbsp. solid bacon grease; 6 qt. water; salt and pepper; 3 dashes Tabasco sauce or Louisiana hot sauce; 2 Tbsp. ketchup

Servings: persons

2 lb. pinto beans
1 (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 large chopped onions
1 bag crab boil
4 to 6 dashes thyme
2 Tbsp. parsley
1 lb. smoked sausage
2 to 3 Tbsp. solid bacon grease
6 qt. water
salt and pepper
3 dashes Tabasco sauce or Louisiana hot sauce
2 Tbsp. ketchup

1
Soak beans overnight in water.
2
Rinse and drain several times. Put beans in a large pot and add 6 quarts water, bell pepper, onions, thyme, parsley, bacon grease, tomato sauce, salt and pepper to taste.
3
Bring these ingredients to boil, then add one bag of crab boil.
4
(Note:
5
Do not break open bag of crab boil.) Add Tabasco and ketchup.
6
Cover pot and boil slowly until beans are done.
7
When done, remove bag.
8
Don't break bag.
9
One hour before serving, cut smoked sausage into small round pieces and brown in skillet.
10
Add to beans.
11
Cook rice.
12
Heat beans and sausage until good and hot.
13
Serve over rice.

922

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. pinto beans, 1 (8 oz.) tomato sauce, 1 medium bell pepper, chopped, 2 large chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Cajun Red Beans And Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Red Beans And Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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