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Red-Beans-and-Rice-Recipe

Red Beans and Rice

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This Red Beans and Rice dish bursts with flavor from smoked paprika and andouille sausage. It’s easy to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that satisfies with every bite.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1 lb. andouille sausage, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ white onion, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, minced
  • 2 15-oz. cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine rice, beef broth, Cajun seasoning, and butter in a saucepan.
  2. Heat the rice mixture over medium/high heat until boiling.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-45 minutes.
  4. In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium/high heat.
  5. Add chopped andouille sausage and cook until browned, then remove from the pot.
  6. Add another tablespoon of olive oil, onion, and salt to the pot, scraping the browned bits from the sausage.
  7. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  8. Add garlic and green bell pepper, sautéing for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  9. Mix in beans, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, tomato sauce, broth, and salt; bring to a boil.
  10. Lower the heat and simmer the mixture for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  11. Once the rice is ready, combine it with the sausage into the bean mixture, stirring until well mixed.
  12. Allow to simmer over low/medium heat for another 10 minutes before serving.

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Notes

Feel free to adjust the spiciness by adding more or less cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Serve with Greek yogurt and shredded cheddar cheese for added creaminess.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick meal.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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