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Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Inspired by Bourbon St. Cafe
Time3h
Serves4

Traditionally served in New Orleans on Mondays (Wash Day) but we think they are great every day! Served with Andouille Sausage and Jalapeno Cornbread

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Beans

Soak the red beans overnight in water, then drain and rinse.

2

Cook the Sausage

In a large pot, slice the Andouille sausage and cook over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.

3

Sauté Vegetables

In the same pot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

4

Combine Ingredients

Add the soaked beans, chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well.

5

Simmer

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally.

6

Add Sausage

Stir in the cooked Andouille sausage and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

7

Serve

Serve the red beans over cooked rice, garnished with sliced green onions.