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 beans; 2 ½ cups chopped celery; 2 cups diced onions; 1 cup sliced green onion; 1 cup chopped green pepper; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ½ cups diced cooked lean ham; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon red pepper; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 2 bay leaves; 2 quarts water

Servings: persons

1 lb dried red beans
2 ½ cups chopped celery
2 cups diced onions
1 cup sliced green onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ cups diced cooked lean ham
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red pepper
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 bay leaves
2 quarts water

1
Sort and wash beans; place in a large dutch oven.
2
Cover with water 2 inches above beans.
3
Let soak 8 hours.
4
Drain well.
5
Coat a dutch oven with cooking spray.
6
Place over medium-high heat until hot.
7
Add celery, green pepper and garlic.
8
Saute until tender.
9
Add beans, ham and remaining ingredients; except rice.
10
Cook uncovered, over medium heat for 1 hour.
11
Remove bay leaves.
12
Serve bean mixture over rice.
13
9 servings - 1 cup beans and 1/2 cup rice.
14
I have had good luck with this adding pepperoni along with the ham.

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried red beans, 2 ½ cups chopped celery, 2 cups diced onions, 1 cup sliced green onion, and more.

Yes, Red Beans and 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!

Red Beans and Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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