Southern Red Beans Recipe

Name: Southern Red Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried red beans, rinsed and picked over; 6 ounces salt pork; 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 3 bay leaves; 5 cups chicken stock; 5 cups water; 1 smoked ham hock

Servings: persons

1 lb dried red beans, rinsed and picked over
6 ounces salt pork
1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
3 bay leaves
5 cups chicken stock
5 cups water
1 smoked ham hock

1
In a large bowl or pot add the beans and cover with water by 2 inches.
2
Soak for 8 hours or overnight.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
In a large skillet over medium-high heat cook the salt pork until cooked through.
5
Remove the salt pork leaving the grease in the skillet.
6
Add the onions, celery and bell peppers to the grease in the skillet.
7
Season with the black and cayenne pepper, and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 4 minutes.
8
Add the bay leaves, sausage, and ham hocks, and cook, stirring, to brown the sausage and ham hocks, about 4 minutes.
9
6Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
10
Add the beans, salt pork, stock and water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and starting to thicken, about 2 hours. (Should the beans become too thick and dry, add more water, about 1/4 cup at a time.).
11
Remove from the heat and with the back of a heavy spoon, mash about 1/4 of the beans against the side of the pot.
12
Continue to cook until the beans are tender and creamy, 15 to 20 minutes.
13
Remove from the heat and remove the bay leaves.
14
Serve over rice.

819

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried red beans, rinsed and picked over, 6 ounces salt pork, 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced, 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Southern Red Beans 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!

Southern Red Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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