Authentic Louisiana Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Ingredients for Authentic Louisiana Red Beans And Rice

• Dried Kidney Beans
• Olive Oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• Green Bell Pepper
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks celery (chopped)
• 2 cups water (for rice)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• Dried Thyme
• Dried Sage
• Dried Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• Andouille Sausage
• Long Grain White Rice

How to Make Authentic Louisiana Red Beans And Rice

1. Rinse 1 pound of dried red kidney beans and soak them in a large pot of water overnight.
2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 2 stalks celery (chopped). Cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
4. Drain the soaked beans and transfer them to a large pot or Dutch oven. Add 6 cups of water.
5. Stir in the cooked vegetables.
6. Season generously with 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
8. Stir in 1 pound of Andouille sausage (sliced) and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
9. Meanwhile, prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice.
10. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the water is absorbed.
11. Serve the red beans over a generous portion of steamed white rice. Garnish with extra chopped parsley and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, if desired. Enjoy with Tabasco sauce and a splash of cider vinegar, to taste!