Easy and Delicious Red Beans and Rice

Are you on a budget but still want to cook a filling and comforting meal for your family? Try this easy and delicious red beans and rice by Smokin’ & Grillin With AB. It has all the nutty, sweet, and savory flavors that everyone will absolutely love.

Ingredients

• 1 lb of dry red beans (presoaked overnight)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 12 to 14 oz of andouille sausage (cut into 1/4-inch slices)
• 1 smoked turkey neck or drum
• 1/2 tablespoon of butter
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 2 celery ribs (diced)
• 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 small green bell pepper (diced)
• 6 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon of ground cayenne red pepper
• ground black pepper
• 6 to 7 cups of low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley
• fresh green onions (chopped)
• cooked white rice
• creole seasoning

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Instructions

Step 1:

Start by placing a Dutch oven or pot over medium heat, then add olive oil. Once hot, add the sausages. Cook until it’s crispy on the sides, then transfer to a bowl.

Step 2:

In the same pan, add the chopped onions and cook for 90 seconds. Next, add the bell peppers, and celery. Cook for a few minutes, then add minced garlic cloves. Saute until fragrant, then add the seasonings. Mix until everything is well seasoned.

Step 3:

Bring back the sausages, then add the chicken broth. Let it come to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer. Make sure to scrape down the bottom of the pan.

Step 4:

Add the presoaked beans, bay leaves, and turkey and cook for 2 hours covered.

Step 5:

Get three spoonfuls of the beans and mash them to turn them into a paste. Add it back to the pot and mix well. If it’s too thick, you can add more chicken broth.

Step 6:

Add a scoop over your rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and green onions. Serve and enjoy!

Easy and Delicious Red Beans and Rice