Weeknight Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Name: Weeknight Red Beans And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups raw long grain rice (or brown rice); 1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter); 2 3/4 cups water; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 3 stalks celery, diced; 2 tablespoons canola oil (or butter); 1 lb smoked turkey sausage, sliced; 1/2 teaspoon red cayenne pepper (or to taste); 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 can diced tomato; 2 cans red beans (or kidney beans); salt, pepper and hot sauce to taste

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups raw long grain rice (or brown rice)
1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter)
2 3/4 cups water
1 medium onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
2 tablespoons canola oil (or butter)
1 lb smoked turkey sausage, sliced
1/2 teaspoon red cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can diced tomato
2 cans red beans (or kidney beans)
salt, pepper and hot sauce to taste

1
Heat 1 tbsp oil or butter in medium non-stick pan (that has a lid).
2
Add rice and stir in the hot oil until most of the kernels are opaque.
3
Add water and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
5
(If using brown rice, increase water and cooking time slightly) Meanwhile dice vegetables.
6
Heat 2 tbsp oil or butter in a large non-stick pan or Dutch oven.
7
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic.
8
Saute until tender.
9
Add the sliced turkey smoked sausage and saute until heated through and slightly browned.
10
Add pepper, seasoning and bay leaf.
11
Continue to stir and saute for about three minutes.
12
Add diced tomatoes and canned beans (do not drain).
13
Add salt, pepper and hot sauce to taste.
14
Simmer about 15 minutes, then remove bay leaf.
15
Place about 3/4 cup rice in the bottom of a soup bowl.
16
Cover with red bean mixture.
17
Serve with French bread and pass more hot sauce.

865

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups raw long grain rice (or brown rice), 1 tablespoon canola oil (or butter), 2 3/4 cups water, 1 medium onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Weeknight 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Weeknight Red Beans And Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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