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Aunt Nancy's Cajun Rice And Beans Recipe

Discover Aunt Nancy's secret recipe for Cajun Rice and Beans! This nourishing and flavorful dish is surprisingly quick to make (ready in just 40 minutes!), perfect for a weeknight meal. Get ready for a taste of authentic Cajun cuisine that's both comforting and incredibly delicious. This recipe is a family favorite, passed down through generations – and now it can be yours!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 283.7 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Nancy's Cajun Rice And Beans

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • Frozen Corn Kernels
  • Bay Leaf
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups brown rice
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lb smoked sausage

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How to Make Aunt Nancy's Cajun Rice And Beans

  1. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and celery in a large pot with 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the andouille sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes, broth, and beans. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving. Garnish with green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

2g

Carbs

19g

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