Creole Red Beans and Rice |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 285 Minutes |
Ready In: 310 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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An old co-worker of mine from Louisiana gave me this recipe. It is not only yummy but an inexpensive meal to make! Ingredients:
1 pound dry red kidney beans |
3 quarts water |
1 green bell pepper, chopped |
1 onion, chopped |
4 stalks celery, chopped |
2 tablespoons salt |
2 tablespoons ground black pepper |
2 tablespoons creole seasoning |
3 cloves garlic, minced |
1 (16 ounce) package smoked sausage, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces |
2 cups water |
1 tablespoon margarine |
1 cup uncooked white rice |
Directions:
1. Pick over kidney beans, place into a large bowl, and pour in enough water to cover by several inches. Soak kidney beans overnight.
2. Drain kidney beans, transfer to a large soup pot, and cover with 3 quarts fresh water.
3. Stir in green bell pepper, onion, celery, salt, black pepper, Creole seasoning, and garlic.
4. Cover the pot, place over medium heat, and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer until beans are tender, about 4 hours.
6. Mix smoked sausage into the beans; cook an additional 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. About 30 minutes before serving time, place 2 cups water and margarine into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
8. Stir in rice, return to a boil, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the pan and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to stand covered for 5 minutes.
9. Serve red beans over cooked rice.
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