SLOW-COOKER RED BEANS AND RICE

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Cajun seasoning and red pepper sauce add the right amount of zip to a classic rice and beans dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 smoked pork hocks (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 small onion, chopped ( 1/4 cup)
1 can (15 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained
1 dried bay leaf
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon red pepper sauce
1 medium bell pepper, coarsely chopped ( 3/4 cup)
3 cups water
3 cups uncooked instant rice
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place pork hocks in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker. Top with onion, beans, bay leaf, tomato sauce, pepper sauce and bell pepper in order listed.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, heat water to boiling in 2-quart saucepan over high heat. Remove from heat and stir in rice. Cover and let stand about 5 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff rice with fork before serving.
  • Meanwhile, remove pork from cooker; place on cutting board. Pull meat from bones, using 2 forks; discard bones and skin. Return pork to cooker. Stir in Cajun seasoning and sausage. Increase heat setting to high. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until sausage is heated through.
  • For each serving, place 1/2 cup rice in soup bowl and top with 3/4 cup red bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1420 mg

Hollie Johnson
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Ravi Raaj
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit.


Tetelo Manyashi
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste.


Nichole Louise
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. I always have ham leftover after Easter and this is the perfect way to use it up.


Fanele Nkululeko
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I'm not a big fan of red beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Hussein HA
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I had some leftover red beans and rice and I didn't know what to do with them. I found this recipe and it was the perfect way to use them up.


Charlotte Rose
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually add a little extra spice to it, but that's just my personal preference.


Alessandru Lemos
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans were still a little undercooked. I had to simmer them for an extra 30 minutes.


Regina Orain
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a really easy and affordable meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Farhana Yismen
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The red beans were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.