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Louisiana Beans And Rice Recipe

Dive into the rich flavors of Louisiana with this hearty Beans and Rice recipe! This comforting classic is perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend feast. While an overnight soak is recommended for extra tender beans, you can skip it if you're short on time. Get ready for a flavorful journey with tender beans, savory spices, and fluffy rice.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 489.4 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Louisiana Beans And Rice

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How to Make Louisiana Beans And Rice

  1. Rinse 1 pound of dried pinto beans and soak in 8 cups of water overnight (optional). Drain and rinse beans before proceeding.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the drained beans, 6 cups of water, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced).
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes.
  4. Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1/4 cup tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 45-75 minutes, or until beans are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. While the beans simmer, cook 2 cups of long-grain white rice according to package directions.
  7. Serve the beans over a bed of fluffy rice. Garnish with extra chili powder, cumin, and freshly chopped parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

3g

Carbs

33g

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Side Dishes Vegetarian Proteins Bean & Lentil Recipes The Americas American Cajun & Creole Southern Vegetarian Gluten Free

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