Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Name: Red Beans & Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 1 lb dried kidney beans; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 cup finely chopped green onion, including tops; ½ cup finely chopped onion; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1 lb hot smoked sausage (optional); 1 tablespoon seasoning (Cajun or Creole); 1 bay leaf; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 dash red pepper (optional); 1 dash cumin (to taste); 3 cups cooked white rice

Servings: persons

6 cups water
1 lb dried kidney beans
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely chopped green onion, including tops
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 lb hot smoked sausage (optional)
1 tablespoon seasoning (Cajun or Creole)
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon pepper
1 dash red pepper (optional)
1 dash cumin (to taste)
3 cups cooked white rice

1
In a large pot bring 6 cups water to a boil.
2
Add beans and boil for 2 minutes.
3
Turn heat off and let beans soak for 1 hour.
4
In another large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter and cook green onions, white onions, celery and garlic until soft but not brown.
5
Stir in beans and liquid, sausage and the seasonings.
6
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered for 3 hours or until beans are very soft.
7
If dry, add more water a little at a time.
8
Serve beans over rice, and garnish with additional green onions.

887

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 6 cups water, 1 lb dried kidney beans, 4 tablespoons butter, 1 cup finely chopped green onion, including tops, and more.

Yes, Red Beans & 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.

Red Beans & Rice

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