Lean Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Name: Lean Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup red beans; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 large onion,chopped; 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 6 ounces boneless smoked pork chops, well trimmed, diced; 4 ounces andouille sausage,* diced (optional); 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 1/2 cups water; Steamed rice; *A smoked pork and beef sausage, available at specialty food stores. Smoked bratwurst, kielbasa or smoked Hungarian sausage can be substituted.

Servings: persons

1 cup red beans
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 large onion,chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
6 ounces boneless smoked pork chops, well trimmed, diced
4 ounces andouille sausage,* diced (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 1/2 cups water
Steamed rice
*A smoked pork and beef sausage, available at specialty food stores. Smoked bratwurst, kielbasa or smoked Hungarian sausage can be substituted.

1
Soak beans in water to cover overnight.
2
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
3
Add onion and garlic and saute until tender, about 6 minutes.
4
Stir in pork chops, sausage, thyme and cayenne; saute 2 minutes.
5
Add beans and 3 1/2 cups water.
6
Simmer over low heat until beans are creamy, about 1 1/2 hours.
7
Serve with steamed rice.

319

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup red beans, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/2 large onion,chopped, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Lean Red Beans and Rice 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.

Lean Red Beans and Rice

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