CLASSIC RED BEANS AND RICE

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This is made with a ham hock and smoked sausage, to infuse the beans with loads of flavor. You'll need to give the beans an overnight soak (not listed in the time to make the recipe). Cook your rice separately, as you'll be spooning rice into the bottom of the bowl and then topping with the flavorful beans.This recipe takes time, but it is so worth it. Adapted from an Emeril Lagasse recipe.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Rice

Time 2h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dried red beans
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/2 lb smoked sausage, casings removed and sausage cut into 1/4 inch pcs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon creole seasoning or 1 teaspoon Emeril's Original Essence
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
3 bay leaves
1 lb ham hock
2 1/2 quarts chicken stock
3 -4 cooked rice

Steps:

  • Rinse the beans under cold water in a colander. Throw away any broken beans or pebbles. Put the beans into a large bowl and add enough water to cover them by about 2 inches. Soak overnight or for at least 8 hours. (Quick method = bring the beans and enough water to cover them by 2 inches to a boil in a large pot over high heat and cook for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and cover tightly, let stand for 1 hour.).
  • Heat up the oil in a big, heavy stockpot over med-high heat. Add the onions, bell peppers and garlic - cook, stirring, for about 4 minutes or until softened. Add the sausage, salt, Creole seasoning, cayenne, black pepper, thyme and the bay leaves. Cook, stirring, for about 4-5 minutes or until the sausage is browned. Add the ham hock and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Drain the beans and add them to the pot. pour in enough stock to cover the whole mixture by about 1 inch. Bring this to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to med-low and simmer, uncovered, until the beans are tender, stirring occasionally - approx 2 hours. Remove and throw away the bay leaves.
  • Mash up about 1/4 of the bean mixture. This will thicken the juices. Remove the ham hock and let cool slightly. Slice the meat from the bone, throwing away the skin and bones. Return the meat to the pot and heat it through.
  • Spoon the rice into bowls and top with the beans. Relax and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.5, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 52.7, Sodium 1919.5, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 12.2, Protein 27.7

Nathan Villalobos
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This is a great recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Jesse Meagher
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Oooop Opp
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Gregory Kanganga
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Wandile Tsewu
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This recipe is a winner!


Terrill Bradford (The Demigod)
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sibusiso Tshabalala
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Tamara Bain
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This is a great recipe. The beans are cooked perfectly and the sauce is very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Huddah Nakasakya
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The beans are tender and the rice is fluffy. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Naseera Leggett
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and it always gets rave reviews. The beans are tender and the rice is fluffy. The sauce is also very flavorful.


ab sami
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The beans are always tender and the rice is always fluffy. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Boture Mohammad
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This recipe is a winner! The beans are cooked perfectly and the rice is fluffy. The sauce is also very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Joel Seshoka
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The beans were tender and the rice was fluffy. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tuate Spiff
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The beans and rice are cooked perfectly and the sauce is very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessy12e
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. The beans are always tender and the rice is always fluffy. The sauce is also very flavorful.


khan afgan
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The beans are creamy and the rice is cooked perfectly. The sauce is also very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Samanda Martir
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The beans were tender and the rice was fluffy. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Albert Taljaard
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This is the best red beans and rice recipe I've ever tried. The beans are cooked perfectly and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Alex Magiu
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This red beans and rice recipe is a keeper! It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can throw everything in my slow cooker and let it do all the work.


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