Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Prep Time::25 mins

Cook Time:: 3 hrs 5 mins

Additional Time:: 8 hrs

Total Time:: 11 hrs 30 mins

Servings::8

Yield::8 servings

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

1 pound dry kidney beans

¼ cup olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

2 tablespoons minced garlic

6 cups water

2 bay leaves

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¼ teaspoon dried sage

1 pound andouille sausage, sliced

4 cups water

2 cups long grain white rice

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.

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Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.

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Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, parsley, thyme, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and sage. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.

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Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.

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Meanwhile, prepare the rice. Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.

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