Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Rinse the red beans under cold water and soak them overnight if possible. Chop the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic finely.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Beans and Spices

   Add the soaked red beans, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

4. 4

   Cook the Beans

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.

5. 5

   Cook the Rice

   While the beans are cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions in a separate pot.

6. 6

   Combine and Serve

   Once the beans are cooked and the rice is ready, serve the red beans over rice. Garnish with chopped green onions.