Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried red kidney beans; 1 meaty ham bone or ham hocks; 2 large onions, coarsely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 stick butter; 4 chicken bouillon cubes; 2 bay leaves; 1 lb. smoked sausage; red pepper; black pepper; salt; Tabasco; rice

Servings: persons

1 lb. dried red kidney beans
1 meaty ham bone or ham hocks
2 large onions, coarsely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 stick butter
4 chicken bouillon cubes
2 bay leaves
1 lb. smoked sausage
red pepper
black pepper
salt
Tabasco
rice

1
Soak beans in water overnight.
2
Drain.
3
In large pot, melt butter and saute onion and garlic.
4
Add ham bone, (I find it best to always add extra ham), dried beans and cover with water.
5
Add bouillon cubes, pepper and Tabasco.
6
Simmer slowly for approximately 2 hours or until beans are tender.
7
During last 30 minutes of cooking, add sausage and salt.
8
Adjust seasoning to taste.
9
Serve over cooked rice with extra Tabasco sauce on side and crusty French bread.

577

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dried red kidney beans, 1 meaty ham bone or ham hocks, 2 large onions, coarsely chopped, 4 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Red Beans And Rice

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