New Orleans Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: New Orleans Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs.red kidney beans (preferrably Camellia); 1 lb. andouille sausage (good qualit such as Poche's); 1 lb. smoked ham or Tasso or ham bone; 1 lb. country style smoked sausage (certainly not Eckrich); 6 cloves garlic finely chopped; 1 large onion chopped; 2 bell peppers chopped; 6 celery ribs chopped; black pepper to taste; cayenne pepper to taste (optional); 1 tbs. granulated garlic; 4 bay leaves; water to cover beans

Servings: persons

2 lbs.red kidney beans (preferrably Camellia)
1 lb. andouille sausage (good qualit such as Poche's)
1 lb. smoked ham or Tasso or ham bone
1 lb. country style smoked sausage (certainly not Eckrich)
6 cloves garlic finely chopped
1 large onion chopped
2 bell peppers chopped
6 celery ribs chopped
black pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
1 tbs. granulated garlic
4 bay leaves
water to cover beans

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["Soak beans overnight and drain. If they are not soaked, it's okay. It just means more cooking time. Place beans in heavy bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven. Add water to cover. If using ham or Tasso, cut into chunks and add to pot. Add garlic, onion, bell peppers, and celery. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer.", "", "Remove casing from andouille. Cut into quarters lengthwise, then cut into small pieces. Cut smoked sausage diagonally into 3/4"" pieces. Saute in frying pan to render fat. Drain and add to the beans.", "", "Add bay leaves, granulated garlic, and pepper. Continue cooking for 2 1/2 to 3 hours until beans are soft and the mixture is creamy. Serve over cooked rice. Garlic bread and a green salad are a great accompaniment.", "", "For variations substitute homemade or prepared stock for part of the water. Add fresh oregano or thyme for subtle flavor changes. If you have any pork or ham drippings, add those for extra richness or use a store-bought ham base. If you can find it, throw in a pound of Pickle Pork (not to be confused with salt pork). My sister swears it adds to the creaminess of the beans.", "", "Like with many dishes, red beans are better the next day. They also freeze well, which is why I use a 16-qt. stockpot."]

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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 lbs.red kidney beans (preferrably Camellia), 1 lb. andouille sausage (good qualit such as Poche's), 1 lb. smoked ham or Tasso or ham bone, 1 lb. country style smoked sausage (certainly not Eckrich), and more.

Yes, New Orleans 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New Orleans Red Beans And Rice

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