Deliciously Plated

Red Beans and Rice

A Hearty and flavorful meal to satisfy your crowd.

Servings	Prep Time
10servings	15minutes

Cook Time	Passive Time
1 1/2hours	0minutes

Servings	Prep Time
10servings	15minutes

Cook Time	Passive Time
1 1/2hours	0minutes

Ingredients

1 lb small red beanssoak your beans for 3-4 hours before cooking OR cook in instant pot and add to the dish at the end before serving
2tablespoons olive oil
1whole red bell pepper, diced
1whole green bell pepper, diced
2large yellow onions, diced
5stalks celery, diced
2pounds andouille sausage links
8cloves garlic, minced
1teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1tablespoon onion powder
1tablespoon garlic powder
2cups jasmine rice
6cups chicken stockReduce to 4 cups if making beans in instant pot and adding at the end

Instructions

Add olive oil to a large dutch oven and saute all veggies (not garlic) until soft and onions turn translucent
Add the sausage (fully cooked) and saute for another 5 minutes, stirring ocassionally
Add the garlic and saute until aromatic, about 1 minute, stirring constantly
Add the chicken stock and spices, stirring well and deglazing pot to combine all flavors
Add the red beans, stir and cover.
Simmer on medium for 1 hour, stirring occasionally
Add the rice and cook covered for another 20-30 minutes, stirring ocassionally.
Be sure to note the level of liquid. If needed, add an additional cup of stock to cook the rice
Once the rice and beans are tender it is time to serve. Red Beans and Rice pairs perfectly with a good piece of cornbread. Enjoy!