Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice Recipe was absolutely delicious and packed full of flavor. With any recipe..you have to make it your own. A little of this and a little of that goes a long way.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 pound dry kidney beans
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
2 cups long grain white rice
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried sage
4 cups water
6 cups water
Method:
Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans.
Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low.
Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.
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