Cajun Style Red Beans Recipe

Name: Cajun Style Red Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. red beans; 2 large onions, chopped; 4 small garlic cloves, minced; salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1/4 c. bacon drippings; 1 large bell pepper, chopped; 1 ham hock (1 1/2 lb.); red pepper to taste; 2 bay leaves; 2 lb. hot sausage, sliced

Servings: persons

2 lb. red beans
2 large onions, chopped
4 small garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. bacon drippings
1 large bell pepper, chopped
1 ham hock (1 1/2 lb.)
red pepper to taste
2 bay leaves
2 lb. hot sausage, sliced

1
Rinse beans; drain.
2
Cover with water and soak overnight. Next day, drain beans, cover with water and bring to a boil along with the ham hock.
3
Reduce heat and simmer until beans are just tender.
4
Add all other ingredients and simmer an additional 30 to 45 minutes.
5
Remove ham hock and cut into small pieces.
6
Return to pot.
7
Serve with hot rice and corn bread.

542

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. red beans, 2 large onions, chopped, 4 small garlic cloves, minced, salt and pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Cajun Style Red Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Cajun Style Red Beans

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