Best 2 Creole Pinto Beans Recipes

Creole pinto beans are a traditional dish originating from Louisiana. This hearty and flavorful dish is often served with rice, and is made with pinto beans, sausage, and a variety of vegetables and spices. Creole pinto beans are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you are looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish to add to your repertoire, then Creole pinto beans are a must-try.

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CREOLE PINTO BEANS

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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories side-dish

Time 13h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons coconut oil
4 leeks, white parts only, sliced thin and washed to remove dirt
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, chopped
4 cloves garlic, diced
4 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning blend (should be spicy)
5 cups mushroom broth
One 12-ounce bottle dark beer
One 14-ounce can diced tomatoes with juices
2 cups dried pinto beans, soaked overnight and drained
2 to 4 tablespoons red miso paste (depending on saltiness)
Coarsely ground black pepper
Sour cream, for garnish
Sliced green onions, for garnish

Steps:

Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven set over medium heat. Add the leeks, carrots and celery, and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic, thyme, bay leaves and creole seasoning; stir, and saute 2 more minutes.
Add the mushroom broth, beer, tomatoes and pinto beans. Bring to a simmer, then cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the beans are tender, about 1 hour.
Uncover the pot and cook until the liquid is reduced by one-third, about 15 minutes. Season with 2 tablespoons of the miso paste and some pepper. Taste and add more miso as needed.

CREOLE PINTO BEANS AND RICE (SALLYE)

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We were tired of Charro and chili beans, so I came up with a plan. This is the result which turned out to be a great dish.

Provided by sallye bates

Categories Other Main Dishes

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb pinto beans
1 to 2 lb andouille sausage
3 to 4 Tbsp homemade creole seasoning (link in comments) or you can use zatairan's
1 medium white onion
1 medium green bell pepper
4+ qt water
1 can(s) hunts tomato sauce (10-14 ounces)
2 c steamed rice

Steps:

1. Place beans in colander, run cold tap water over while sorting to remove any stones or other foreign debris. Do not skimp on rinsing to avoid contamination from grower. Place beans in large heavy dutch oven or stew pot and cover with water to completely cover up to 2" above beans. NOTE: BEANS WILL ABSORB A LOT OF LIQUID WHILE COOKING.
2. Place pot on high heat and bring to a rolling boil When water is boiling, add creole seasoning and tomato sauce, stirring well to blend into liquid. Turn heat to low so beans just simmer. Cook for 3 hours, checking often and adding more water if needed
3. AFTER 3 HOURS: Put 1 tablespoon oil in heavy skillet and heat to medium high. Cut sausages into 1" thick "silver dollar" pieces and place in skillet Peel and cut onion into thin wedges; separate pieces and add to skillet Remove stem, seeds and veins on bell pepper, cut into thin wedges and add to skillet Cook until sausage is beginning to brown and veggies are softening.
4. Add sausages and vegetables to beans and stir to blend well. Cook for another hour until beans and veggies are soft. Again, add water if needed to keep liquid up to 2" above beans. Beans will thicken the liquid while cooking.
5. Can be served as a main or side dish. I made cornbread and steamed rice to serve with our meal today.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a combination of chicken broth and water.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Stir in some chopped cilantro or parsley for freshness.
Top with a dollop of sour cream, Greek yogurt, or avocado.
Serve with cooked rice, cornbread, or tortilla chips.

Conclusion:

Creole Pinto Beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. They are a great source of protein and fiber and can be made with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste. Whether you like them spicy or mild, creamy or chunky, Creole Pinto Beans are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!