**Savory Southern Comfort: A Culinary Journey with Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Sausage**
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Louisiana with our collection of slow-cooker red beans and sausage recipes. These hearty and comforting dishes are a celebration of Southern cuisine, where traditional ingredients and slow-cooking methods come together to create a symphony of flavors. Whether you prefer a classic red beans and sausage or a more modern take with added spices and vegetables, we have a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. From the smoky aroma of the sausage to the rich, creamy texture of the beans, these dishes are sure to warm your soul on a chilly day. So gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of the Deep South.
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.
SLOW COOKER RED BEANS AND RICE
Born and raised in Louisiana, this is a Monday staple. Red kidney beans slow cooked with smoked sausage served over rice with cornbread on the side. Yum!
Provided by DaleAnn82
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 8h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine water, kidney beans, sausage, onion, green bell pepper, celery, garlic, and bay leaf in the bowl of a slow cooker and stir to combine. Set slow cooker to Low and cook for at least 8 hours. Remove bay leaf and discard. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 675.6 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
SLOW COOKER RED BEANS AND RICE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 8h20m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, combine the beans, andouille, celery, ham shank, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, paprika, brown sugar and 2 teaspoons salt. Add the chicken stock and 2 cups water and stir to mix.
- Cook on the high setting until the beans are tender, 6 to 8 hours. Season with salt. Serve with rice, topped with scallions.
CROCK POT RED BEANS AND RICE WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Put the dried beans in a bowl of cold water and swish them around to rinse. Discard floating beans.
- Drain the beans in a colander and pick them over, looking for any small stones or malformed beans.
- Put the beans in the crockery insert of a slow cooker .
- Add 1 1/2 quarts of water to the beans along with the celery, onion, ​garlic, bay leaves, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook the beans on low for about 6 to 7 hours, or until the beans are tender. Or cook them for about 3 1/2 to 5 hours on high.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced andouille sausage and cook, stirring, until the sausage is nicely browned.
- Add the sausage and bell pepper to the beans. Taste and add 2 to 3 teaspoons of kosher salt, or to taste.
- Cover and continue cooking on low for about 1 hour longer.
- Meanwhile, cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop following package directions.
- Mound the rice on a plate or in a bowl, ladle the beans over the rice, and serve with freshly baked bread or cornbread if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 962 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 6 to 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
AUTHENTIC, NO SHORTCUTS, LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE
This is my take on a Louisiana classic. No shortcuts! Put everything into the slow cooker in the morning and you will have your meal ready in the late afternoon or evening, whenever you are ready. This recipe will feed a lot of people.
Provided by Melissa S.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 8h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the beans and water into a slow cooker. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the sausage in the skillet; remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon and transfer to the slow cooker. Reserve drippings. Add onion, green pepper, jalapeno pepper and garlic to the drippings; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer everything from the skillet to the slow cooker.
- Season the mixture with pepper and Creole seasoning. Add the fresh basil leaves and ham hock. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours, or until beans are tender. If the bean mixture seems too watery, take the lid off the slow cooker and set heat to High to cook until they reach a creamy texture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.1 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 49.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 15.2 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 615.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
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
CAJUN RED BEANS WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE (CROCK POT)
From Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Slow Cooker Recipes 2. I got this great cookbook from breezermom, my partner for Feb '09 Cookbook swap!
Provided by NELady
Categories Pork
Time 3h8m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 4-quart slow cooaker, combine sausage, beans, tomatoes, and green peppers.
- In a medium bowl, stir together rice, vegetable stock, and Cajun seasoning. Pour into slow cooker and stir thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on HIGH setting for 3 to 4 hours. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tips:
- Use a variety of beans for a more complex flavor. Kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans are all good choices.
- Soak the beans overnight before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a slow cooker with a low setting for best results. This will allow the beans to cook slowly and evenly.
- Add smoked sausage or ham hocks to the pot for a smoky flavor.
- Season the beans with your favorite spices. Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
- Serve the beans with a side of rice or cornbread.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker red beans and sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give this slow cooker red beans and sausage recipe a try.
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