CAJUN RED BEANS AND RICE

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Make and share this Cajun Red Beans and Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb dried red kidney beans
9 3/4 cups water, divided
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups chopped onions, divided
1 1/4 cups fully cooked andouille sausages or 1 1/4 cups hot Italian sausage links, diced
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped celery
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (ground red pepper)
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
3 tablespoons butter
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place kidney beans in large pot. Add enough water to pot to cover beans by 2 inches. Bring to boil. Remove pot from heat. Cover and let beans stand 1 hour to soften. Drain. Return beans to same pot. Add 7 cups water and chicken broth. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Drain beans, reserving 2 cups of cooking liquid.
  • Heat vegetable oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups onions and saute' until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add sausage, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Reduce heat to medium and saute' until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in beans, reserved 2 cups cooking liquid, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Reduce heat to low; simmer until liquid thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining 2 3/4 cups water, rice, butter, bay leaf, thyme, and remaining 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a large saucepan. Bring to simmer over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered 10 minutes.
  • Spoon kidney beans into bowls. Top with rice and serve.

Eyamin Ahmed
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I've tried many different red beans and rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are incredible and the dish is so easy to make.


M ishtiaqkhan
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This recipe is a keeper! The red beans and rice were cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


ROSSANNA GRANT
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success. The red beans were tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


mohanad ibrahim
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of the red beans and rice.


Reh Khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are amazing and the dish is so easy to make.


Muzammil Kachi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. The red beans and rice are cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing.


Mohammed Mostafa
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavors and the dish was so easy to make.


Amanze Henry
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover red beans. The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing.


Luhan Bothma
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I've tried many different red beans and rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are incredible and the dish is so easy to make.


Allah Allah
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This recipe is a keeper! The red beans and rice were cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Rayhan Bhuiyan
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success. The red beans were tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Amij Frawes
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of the red beans and rice.


American Us dollar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The red beans are always creamy and flavorful, and the rice is cooked to perfection.


M UZAIR
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The flavors were amazing and the dish was easy to make.


Diana Michael
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The red beans were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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