Red Beans & Rice Platter Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
Method
Cooking the Main Dish
- 1
Cook the Red Beans
In a pot, add the red beans with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour until tender.
- 2
Prepare the Rice
In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions. Typically, this involves combining 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water, bringing to a boil, then simmering for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
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Prepare the Gravy
Heat the gravy in a small pot until warmed through.
Assembling the Platter
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Serve with Salad and Garlic Bread
Serve a side salad made from lettuce, sliced tomato, and cucumber drizzled with your choice of dressing. Add slices of garlic bread on the side.