Best 11 All Day Red Beans Rice Recipes

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All day red beans and rice is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for a cold weather day. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with dried red beans, rice, and a variety of seasonings, and can be cooked on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. Red beans and rice is a popular dish in many parts of the world, and there are many different variations on the recipe. This article will provide you with the best recipe for all day red beans and rice, as well as some tips for making the perfect pot of beans.

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JESSICA'S RED BEANS AND RICE



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My company had a Mardi Gras party and I wanted to make a flavorful red beans and rice recipe that everyone would love!

Provided by kingdombeyond

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
1 onion, chopped, divided
1 green bell pepper, chopped, divided
1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced, divided
2 cups water
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 tablespoon salt-free garlic and herb seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash®)
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
3 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt to taste
3 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Combine sausage, half the onion, half the green bell pepper, half the jalapeno pepper, water, chicken bouillon, garlic and herb seasoning, Cajun seasoning blend, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf in a large stockpot; Bring to boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by half, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Mix kidney beans, tomatoes, remaining onion, remaining green bell pepper, and remaining jalapeno pepper into the sausage mixture; season with salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until kidney bean mixture is thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup cooked rice into 6 serving bowls; top with kidney bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.9 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 15.7 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 2086.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

MY RED BEANS AND RICE



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This is the creamy red beans and rice everyone asks me to make.

Provided by Kelly Hughes

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 12h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried red beans
3 andouille sausage links
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups minced onions
1 cup minced green bell pepper
½ cup minced celery
4 bay leaves
1 slice ham steak, cubed, or more to taste
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning, divided
7 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 cup tomato sauce
2 teaspoons vinegar
½ cup chopped green onions, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 cups cooked rice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place red beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook sausage until cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer sausage to a work surface and slice.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions, bell pepper, celery, and bay leaves until softened, about 5 minutes. Add sausage, ham, and 1/2 of the Creole seasoning; saute over medium-high heat until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir drained beans into sausage mixture.
  • Mix chicken broth, garlic, and remaining Creole seasoning into bean mixture; cover skillet and simmer on low for 3 hours.
  • Stir tomato sauce, vinegar, and 1/2 of the green onions into bean mixture, slightly smashing beans with a potato masher. Simmer, uncovered, until thickened and beans are tender, about 30 minutes more. Mix remaining green onions and parsley into beans and serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.7 calories, Carbohydrate 80.5 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 21.8 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 2123.8 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

AUTHENTIC LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE



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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

1 pound dry kidney beans
¼ cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 stalks celery, chopped
6 cups water
2 bay leaves
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried sage
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
4 cups water
2 cups long grain white rice

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



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound dried red beans, rinsed and sorted over
3 tablespoons bacon grease
1/4 cup chopped tasso, or chopped ham
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped green bell peppers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch cayenne
3 bay leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
1/2 pound smoked sausage, split in half lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound smoked ham hocks
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
10 cups chicken stock, or water
4 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup chopped green onions, garnish

Steps:

  • Place the beans in a large bowl or pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Let soak for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat the bacon grease over medium-high heat. Add the tasso and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the onions, celery and bell peppers to the grease in the pot. Season with the salt, pepper, and cayenne, and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 4 minutes. Add the bay leaves, parsley, thyme, sausage, and ham hocks, and cook, stirring, to brown the sausage and ham hocks, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the beans and stock or water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and starting to thicken, about 2 hours. (Should the beans become too thick and dry, add more water, about 1/4 cup at a time.)
  • Remove from the heat and with the back of a heavy spoon, mash about 1/4 of the beans against the side of the pot. Continue to cook until the beans are tender and creamy, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and remove the bay leaves.
  • Serve over rice and garnish with green onions.

CLASSIC RED BEANS N RICE



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After 25 years in a place where Cajun cooking is common, we've come to rely on this staple menu item. If you've never tried red beans and rice before, I promise you'll like this recipe.-Jackie Turnage, New Iberia, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried kidney beans
8 cups water
1 ham hock
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
Hot cooked rice
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until beans are softened, 1-4 hours., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Return to Dutch oven. Add the water, ham hock, bay leaves and onion powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the beef, onion, salt and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add to bean mixture. Simmer, uncovered, 1 hour. Discard bay leaves., Remove ham hock; allow to cool. Remove meat from bone; discard bone. Cut meat into bite-sized pieces and return to broth. Heat through. Serve with rice and, if desired, top with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

RED BEANS AND RICE



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With red kidney beans, rice, cheese and plenty of spices, this recipe makes a nice version of a classic dish. It can be served as a main dish, and is quite good when accompanied by a salad and some crusty bread.

Provided by Melissa Cazun

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14 ounce) package boil in bag rice
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (24 ounce) jar picante sauce
1 ½ tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to package directions.
  • Place the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned and crumbly. Drain well and transfer meat to a large pot over low heat. Add the rice, beans, picante sauce, paprika, chili powder and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and let simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in cheese and let simmer for 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1123.3 calories, Carbohydrate 99.9 g, Cholesterol 173.6 mg, Fat 52.4 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 58.5 g, SaturatedFat 25.8 g, Sodium 1573.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

EASY RED BEANS AND RICE



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This is an easy and delicious take on a Louisiana classic that you can prepare and cook in 40 minutes! I use turkey kielbasa to cut down on the fat, but not the flavor. Season with hot pepper sauce if you like.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
1 cup uncooked rice
1 (16 ounce) package turkey kielbasa, cut diagonally into 1/4 inch slices
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 clove chopped garlic
2 (15 ounce) cans canned kidney beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt to taste
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • In a large skillet over low heat, cook sausage for 5 minutes. Stir in onion, green pepper and garlic; saute until tender. Pour in beans and tomatoes with juice. Season with oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 807.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ALL-DAY RED BEANS & RICE



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My family loves New Orleans-style cooking, so I make this authentic dish often. I appreciate how uncomplicated it is. And its smoky ham flavor is scrumptious. -Celinda Dahlgren, Napa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup dried red beans
7 cups water, divided
2 smoked ham hocks
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Place beans in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add 4 cups water; cover and let stand overnight., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Return beans to slow cooker; add the ham hocks, onion, garlic, cumin and remaining water. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until beans are tender., Remove ham hocks; cool slightly. Remove meat from bones. Finely chop meat and return to slow cooker; discard bones. Stir in the tomato, pepper and salt; cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until pepper is tender. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Freeze cooled bean mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 17g protein

15 MINUTE RED BEANS & RICE



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Make and share this 15 Minute Red Beans & Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jynxx6969

Categories     White Rice

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 chicken bouillon cubes
to taste oil
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cups water
2 cups MINUTE White Rice, uncooked (quick cook rice)

Steps:

  • Cook and stir green pepper and onion in oil in large skillet on medium heat until tender.
  • Stir in water, beans, bouillon and pepper sauce. Bring to boil.
  • Stir in rice; cover.
  • Remove from heat. Let stand 5 mins.

LORA'S RED BEANS & RICE



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My dear mother-in-law passed this simple recipe to me. With meats, beans and savory veggies that simmer all day, it's tasty, easy and economical, too! -Carol Simms, Madison, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) dried kidney beans (about 2-1/2 cups)
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham (about 1 pound)
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked andouille chicken sausage links or flavor of choice, sliced
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large bowl; add cool water to cover. Soak overnight., Drain beans, discarding water; rinse with cool water. Place beans in a greased 6-qt. slow cooker. Stir in ham, sausage, vegetables, pepper sauce, garlic and salt. Add water to cover by 1 in., Cook, covered, on low, until beans are tender, 8-9 hours. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

DUTCH OVEN RED BEANS AND RICE



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This Dutch oven red beans and rice recipe is a great one-pot meal. It's one of my husband's favorites and it uses simple ingredients, so it's been a go-to recipe in our house for years. -Janice Conklin, Stevensville, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, sliced
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/4 cups uncooked converted rice
1/3 cup tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, onion and green pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add sausage; cook until browned, 2-3 minutes., Stir in broth, beans, rice, tomato paste, bay leaf, Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf. If desired, serve with pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 1272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Red Beans and Rice

  • Use dried red beans. Dried beans have a more robust flavor than canned beans and are more affordable.
  • Soak the beans overnight. Soaking the beans helps to soften them and reduces the cooking time.
  • Use a flavorful broth. The broth you use to cook the beans will add a lot of flavor to the dish. Use a broth that you enjoy the taste of, such as chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Add spices and seasonings. Red beans and rice is a versatile dish that can be seasoned with a variety of spices and seasonings. Some popular additions include garlic, onion, celery, bell pepper, bay leaves, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender. The beans should be cooked until they are tender but not mushy. This usually takes about 1-2 hours.
  • Serve the beans and rice with your favorite toppings. Red beans and rice is often served with rice, sausage, and vegetables. Other popular toppings include green onions, parsley, hot sauce, and Tabasco sauce.

Conclusion

Red beans and rice is a hearty, flavorful, and affordable dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make a delicious pot of red beans and rice that your family and friends will love.

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