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Delicious Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

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Experience the heartwarming flavors of Louisiana with this classic red beans and rice recipe. This dish features creamy, spiced red beans simmered to perfection alongside fluffy white rice, infused with the smoky goodness of Andouille sausage and zesty Cajun seasoning. Perfect for family dinners or potluck gatherings, each bite transports you straight to New Orleans.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried red beans (soaked overnight)
  • 1 cup Andouille sausage (sliced)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups white rice

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions, bell pepper, and celery in a large pot over medium heat until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and sliced sausage; cook until sausage is browned.
  3. Stir in Cajun seasoning and bay leaves; mix well.
  4. Add soaked red beans and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Cover and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove bay leaves and serve over hot white rice.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Louisiana

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 13g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg