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Louisiana Red Beans & Rice Recipe

Louisiana Red Beans & Rice Recipe
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This Louisiana Red Beans & Rice recipe is a classic Creole dish packed with flavor. It combines hearty red beans, savory meats, and aromatic vegetables for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Bacon:

3 slices thick bacon

Vegetables:

1 medium yellow onion (diced), 1 medium green bell pepper (diced), 3 ribs celery (diced), 3 teaspoons minced garlic (or 3 cloves garlic)

Meats:

8 ounces cubed ham, 12-16 ounces andouille sausage (sliced into medallions or beef smoked sausage)

Seasoning:

2 tablespoons all-purpose Creole seasoning

Liquid:

4 cups chicken stock or broth, 4 cups water

Additional:

3 bay leaves, 16 ounces small dried red beans, 4 cups instant long-grain white rice

Instructions

  1. Cook Bacon: Cook chopped bacon in a Dutch oven. Remove when done and drain on a paper towel.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced bell pepper, onion, and celery to the hot bacon drippings. Sauté over medium heat until almost translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add Meats and Seasoning: Incorporate cubed ham, sliced sausage, and Creole seasoning. Sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Liquid and Beans: Stir in chicken broth to deglaze the pot. Add red beans, water, chopped bacon, and bay leaves. Bring to a low boil, then simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Remove a cup of beans, mash them, and return to the pot. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes to an hour to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve: Serve the red beans over white rice, garnished with chopped chives or parsley.

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Keywords: Louisiana, Red Beans, Rice, Creole, Comfort Food

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