Name: Creole Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced; 1 onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cans (15 ounces each) red beans, rinsed and drained; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 3 cups cooked long-grain rice; Chopped green onions for garnish

Description

A hearty and flavorful dish showcasing the essence of Southern cooking, made with smoked sausage and red beans.

Ingredients

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1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
1 onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) red beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups cooked long-grain rice
Chopped green onions for garnish

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Instructions

In a large pot, cook the sliced sausage over medium heat until browned.
Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are soft.
Stir in the red beans, chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove bay leaves before serving.
Spoon the mixture over cooked long-grain rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

For added flavor, use high-quality smoked sausage or Andouille. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 500
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg