Creamy Louisiana Red Beans And Fluffy White Rice

Name: Creamy Louisiana Red Beans And Fluffy White Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried red kidney beans; 1 large onion, minced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 sprigs thyme; 1 ham hock; seeds from pod of red pepper or few drops hot pepper sauce; 4 Tbsp. fat or drippings; 5 or 6 c. water; 2 bay leaves; salt to taste

Servings: persons

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Wash
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and pick over red beans, then soak overnight or 6 to 8 hours
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in
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enough
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water to cover.
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Then drain beans and place in a
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large
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pot or pressure cooker.
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Melt fat or drippings
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in skillet.
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Add
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minced
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onion and saute until golden brown.
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Add to
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red beans along with 5 cups water, seasonings and ham hock. Add salt to taste after beans have cooked for a while, tasting
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to see
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how
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much
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the ham bone has salted it before
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putting in any additional salt.
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Cover and cook slowly for 3
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1/2
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to 4 hours or until tender and creamy.
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Additional water may be added as needed. If pressure cooker is used, set gauge at
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15 pounds of pressure and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Serve on Fluffy White Rice.

198

kcal

Calories

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dried red kidney beans, 1 large onion, minced, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 sprigs thyme, and more.

Yes, Creamy Louisiana Red Beans And Fluffy White Rice falls under the General 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!