Authentic Louisiana Red Beans And Rice

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Authentic cajun flavor! i grew up eating and love red beans and rice, these are just like i remember. serve with tabasco sauce for a little kick. my family loved to splash a little cider vinegar in each bowl.

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Steps

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Rinse beans , and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.

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In a skillet , heat oil over medium heat.

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Cook onion , bell pepper , garlic , and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.

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Rinse beans , and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water.

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Stir cooked vegetables into beans.

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Season with bay leaves , cayenne pepper , thyme , sage , parsley , and cajun seasoning.

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Bring to a boil , and then reduce heat to medium-low.

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Simmer for 2 1 / 2 hours.

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Stir sausage into beans , and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.

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Meanwhile , prepare the rice.

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In a saucepan , briong water and rice to a boil.

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Reduce heat , cover , and simmer for 20 minutes.

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Serve beans over steamed white rice.

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Ingredients

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dried kidney beans, olive oil, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, celery, water, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried sage, dried parsley, cajun seasoning, andouille sausage, long grain white rice