RED BEANS AND RICE - SLOW COOKER

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This slow cooker recipe is another tasty Louisiana classic that everyone will love. This dish is comfort food at its best!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 7h15m

Number Of Ingredients 25

RED BEANS
1 lb dried red beans, rinsed
1/2 lb andouille sausages, sliced
1/2 lb smoked ham, diced
1 c white onions, finely diced
1 c celery ribs, finely diced
1/2 c green peppers, finely diced
1/2 c red peppers, finely diced
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 Tbsp chili powder
1/2 Tbsp creole seasoning
1/2 Tbsp brown sugar, such as demerara
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper (i always use mixed peppercorns), or more to taste
2 1/2 c low-sodium chicken broth
2 1/2 c low-sodium vegetable broth
2 large bay leaves
1/2 tsp ground himalayan sea salt, or to taste
RICE
2 1/2 c water
1 c long grain such as basmati, jasmine or american long-rice (washed and drained)
1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp green onions (green parts only), sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Place beans in a large bowl and cover with water; soak overnight. If you forget to do that, rinse beans well and discard any pebbles before placing them in a pot. Cover with cold water by 2-inches from the top and bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes and let them sit for 1 hour before draining well.
  • 2. In a bowl of a slow cooker, combine all the ingredients including drained beans except salt and green onions. Set the temperature on "High" and cook for 7 hours.
  • 3. One hour before cooking time is over, press about 50% of beans mixture against the sides of the bowl to thicken the sauce with a wooden spoon or a potato masher. Before returning to cook for another hour, add salt and stir. After 7 hours if the consistency is not thick enough, continue cooking for another hour with the lid up.
  • 4. About 30 minutes before beans are ready, in a medium pot add water and bring to a boil. Stir in rice and butter. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it stand 5 minutes.
  • 5. When time to serve, place cooked rice in the middle of a bowl, scoop bean mixture around it and sprinkle with green onions. If desired, add a few drops of hot sauce.
  • 6. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiSR8lCzxl4

Nweze Emmanuella
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Almeseged Wolda
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mukelwa Mhlungu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham.


Rizan Rizan
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


RJ Ontor
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still good.


Goin322 22
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I'm not a big fan of red beans, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!


Caktos hmz
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This was a great recipe. I used brown rice and it turned out great.


Florian Ristea
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Joni Agalliu
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


All 4 Knowledge
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to make a hearty and flavorful meal.


ASAD MAZHAR
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


CALLUM PARKER
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I made this recipe in my Instant Pot and it turned out great! It was so easy and convenient.


Umair Afzal
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Robert Willhight
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Thank you for sharing this recipe! It's a keeper.


Whsj Hajaj
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky eater ate it without complaint.


Comfort Richard
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I've been looking for a good red beans and rice recipe, and this one definitely fits the bill! It was easy to make and turned out great.


Khouloud
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This was a good recipe, but I found it to be a little bland. I added some extra spices to taste.


Rakib Khan
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This was a great recipe! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. I love that it's so easy to make in the slow cooker.