Classic Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: Classic Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pounds dried kidney beans; 18 garlic cloves, minced; 6 bay leaves; 1-1/2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional; 2 pounds sliced bacon, diced; 3 pounds smoked sausage, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1-1/2 pounds cubed fully cooked ham; 1 cup canola oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 6 medium onions, chopped; 6 green onions, chopped; 6 celery ribs, chopped; 3 green peppers, chopped; 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/3 cup salt; 2 tablespoons pepper; 22 cups hot cooked rice; Hot pepper sauce, optional

Servings: persons

6 pounds dried kidney beans
18 garlic cloves, minced
6 bay leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional
2 pounds sliced bacon, diced
3 pounds smoked sausage, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/2 pounds cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
6 medium onions, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
6 celery ribs, chopped
3 green peppers, chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup salt
2 tablespoons pepper
22 cups hot cooked rice
Hot pepper sauce, optional

1
Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Place beans in stockpots; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour.
2
Drain and discard liquid. To beans, add 9 qts. water, garlic, bay leaves and browning sauce if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until beans are tender.
3
Meanwhile, in large skillets, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. In the drippings, cook the sausage and ham until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
4
Add oil to drippings in skillets. Stir in flour until smooth; cook and stir over medium heat until reddish brown, about 12-14 minutes. Add the onions, celery and green peppers; cook and stir until tender. Stir into bean mixture.
5
Add the bacon, sausage, ham, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Serve with rice and hot sauce if desired.

7383

kcal

Calories

176

Fat

1193

Carbs

260

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 pounds dried kidney beans, 18 garlic cloves, minced, 6 bay leaves, 1-1/2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional, and more.

Yes, Classic Red Beans And Rice falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Red Beans And Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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