Red Beans And Rice(From New Orleans Cajun) Recipe

Name: Red Beans And Rice(From New Orleans Cajun)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dried red beans; 1 qt. hot water; 1 large ham bone with meat; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/2 c. chopped rareripes; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. cayenne (red pepper); 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 lb. smoked sausage, cut in 1-inch pieces; 3 c. boiled rice (already boiled)

Servings: persons

1
Sort beans and rinse well.
2
Cover with tap water and soak overnight.
3
Drain and put into large pot.
4
Add the hot water and the bone, onion, green rareripe, garlic, bay leaf, cayenne and salt.
5
Mix, bring to boil.
6
Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer until tender, about 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
7
(Add water, if necessary to keep from sticking or burning.)
8
Stif often.
9
Add sausage pieces, mix, simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until cooked, uncovered.
10
Thick gravy will form.
11
Serve over hot cooked rice.

845

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dried red beans, 1 qt. hot water, 1 large ham bone with meat, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Red Beans And Rice(From New Orleans Cajun) 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!

Red Beans And Rice(From New Orleans Cajun)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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