**Red Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage: A Louisiana Classic**
Red beans and rice is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple of Louisiana cuisine. It is typically made with red beans, smoked sausage, and the "holy trinity" of Cajun and Creole cooking: onions, celery, and bell peppers. This dish is often served with rice, and it can be made with various spices and seasonings to suit your taste. In this article, we will provide you with a detailed recipe for red beans and rice with smoked sausage, as well as some variations on the classic dish. We will also discuss the history of this dish and its cultural significance in Louisiana. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, we hope you will enjoy this exploration of red beans and rice.
AUTHENTIC LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE
Authentic Cajun flavor! I grew up in Louisiana and love red beans and rice; these are just like I remember. Serve with Tabasco sauce for a little kick. My family loved to splash a little cider vinegar in each bowl.
Provided by MIAMI BEACH
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 11h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
- Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 603.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
RED BEANS AND RICE WITH SAUSAGE
A new favorite of ours! This recipe is adapted from a magazine. The stand time of 10 minutes is not included in prep or cook time.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut smoked sausage into 1/4 inch thick slices. Cook in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until browned.
- Remove sausage and drain on paper towels. Reserve 1 teaspoon drippings in pan.
- Saute onion and celery in hot drippings over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and rice. Saute 3 minutes.
- Stir in broth, next 3 ingredients and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Bring to boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in sausage and parsley; let stand, covered for 10 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Serve with hot sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.4, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 53.9, Sodium 1520.2, Carbohydrate 78.2, Fiber 10, Sugar 6.3, Protein 25.1
SLOW COOKER RED BEANS & SAUSAGE
Being from Louisiana, my go-to comfort food is red beans and rice. The Crock-Pot makes it so easy and the recipe reminds me of Sunday family dinners going back generations. Serve it as a slow-cooker side dish or make it a meal with hot buttered corn bread. -Lisa Bowie, Las Vegas, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h30m
Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown sausage. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add onion, green pepper and celery to skillet; cook and stir 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine beans, sausage, vegetables and seasonings. Stir in broth. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until beans are tender., Remove 2 cups of the bean mixture to a bowl. Mash gently with a potato masher. Return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 1534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 27g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
RED BEANS AND SAUSAGE
Turkey sausage, beans and a zesty blend of spices make this a deliciously unique meal.-Cathy Webster, Morris, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute pepper and onion until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir in beans, sausage, Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, 5-7 minutes. If desired, serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY RED BEANS & RICE WITH SAUSAGE
This recipe is a one dish meal. It's so easy to throw together and the cooking time just depends on the kind of rice you use. The flavor is great and this is easy to modify should you need to.
Provided by T-Logan
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut sausage into 1/2 inch pieces.
- Lightly brown.
- Add vegetables.
- Simmer 5-7 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to simmer, cover with a tight fitting lid, and cook until rice is done.
- **NOTE** The cayenne seasoning mentioned is NOT straight cayenne pepper. Try one of the seasonings such as Tony Cachere's or Emeril's cajun seasoning. Sorry for any miscommunication.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.2, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 1125.7, Carbohydrate 52.6, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 22.4
SMOKED SAUSAGE AND RED BEANS
Good ole red beans and rice with lots of smoked sausage. I put lots of garlic in it which makes it tasty. I take it to my bingo crowd and they love it! Normally I don't measure, so I decided to write it down while I was making it. This is medium on the heat but make it hot as you like!
Provided by Syndi Davis
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 6 quart or larger slow cooker, combine the smoked sausage, kidney beans, onion, garlic, rice and water. Season with Cajun seasoning, hot pepper sauce, salt and bay leaf. Cover and set on High. Once it gets heated through, stir to distribute everything evenly. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 805.5 calories, Carbohydrate 73.3 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 18.1 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 2750.3 mg, Sugar 3 g
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a variety of smoked sausage: Andouille, kielbasa, or Polish sausage are all good options.
- Cook the sausage and vegetables until they are browned: This will help to develop their flavor.
- Use a flavorful broth: Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water can be used. But for a richer flavor, use a combination of broth and water.
- Season the dish to taste: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good spices to use.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Hot sauce, sour cream, and green onions are all popular choices.
Conclusion:
Red beans and rice is a classic dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its smoky sausage, hearty beans, and fluffy rice, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give red beans and rice a try!
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