New Orleans-Style Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Name: New Orleans-Style Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (16 Oz. Package) Dry Red Kidney Beans; 1 whole Bell Pepper, Chopped; 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 3 stalks Celery, Chopped; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 cups Dried Parsley; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1 leaf Bay Leaf; 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning; 1/4 cups Vegetable Oil; 1 can (14 Oz. Can) Chicken Broth (optional); 1 can (12 Oz. Can) Beer (optional); 1 whole Ham Hock (optional); 1 package (16 Oz. Package) Sausage (andouille, Chorizo Or Cajun)

Servings: persons

1 package (16 Oz. Package) Dry Red Kidney Beans
1 whole Bell Pepper, Chopped
1 whole Onion, Chopped
3 stalks Celery, Chopped
2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 cups Dried Parsley
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 leaf Bay Leaf
1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
1/4 cups Vegetable Oil
1 can (14 Oz. Can) Chicken Broth (optional)
1 can (12 Oz. Can) Beer (optional)
1 whole Ham Hock (optional)
1 package (16 Oz. Package) Sausage (andouille, Chorizo Or Cajun)

1
Soak beans in cool water overnight (making sure beans are covered with at least 3 of water).
2
The next morning, drain beans and rinse well.
3
Put all ingredients, except sausage, in the crock pot.
4
Cover with water.
5
Cook on high for 6-10 hours.
6
After 8 or so hours, stir the bean mixture well, mashing some of the beans (they should soft, but not extremely so they will still hold their shape).
7
This will make the beans nice and creamy.
8
Add more liquid if necessary.
9
Chop sausage into little disks and saute on the stove over medium heat until nicely browned.
10
Add the sausage (and flavorful grease) to the beans, stir until fully combined.
11
Serve over steamed rice, and be sure to have plenty of cornbread on the side.
12
Red beans freeze wonderfully.

461

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (16 Oz. Package) Dry Red Kidney Beans, 1 whole Bell Pepper, Chopped, 1 whole Onion, Chopped, 3 stalks Celery, Chopped, and more.

Yes, New Orleans-Style Red Beans and Rice falls under the Soups & Stews 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-Style Red Beans and Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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