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Red Beans And Rice

Red Beans And Rice Recipe
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Red Beans and Rice is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. This comforting recipe features tender red beans simmered with sautéed vegetables, all served over fluffy rice. Its rich flavors come from a blend of aromatic spices and fresh ingredients, making it a satisfying meal for everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dry red beans
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 celery ribs (diced)
  • 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 small green bell pepper (diced)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne red pepper (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 6 to 7 cups low sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions (plus more for garnish)
  • 1½ cups long grain brown rice or white rice (cooked according to the directions on the package)

Instructions

  1. Soak the beans in water overnight.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown sausage slices.
  3. Add butter and sauté onions, celery, bell peppers, and garlic until softened.
  4. Stir in seasonings and pour in vegetable broth, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Drain and rinse soaked beans; add to the pot.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
  7. Mash a portion of the beans for creaminess; adjust consistency with additional broth if needed.
  8. Stir in parsley and green onions before serving hot over cooked rice.

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