Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried red kidney beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the beans and soak in water overnight.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions, bell pepper, and garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Drain and add soaked beans, chicken broth, spices, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
- Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions.
- Remove bay leaves, season with salt and pepper, and serve over rice garnished with green onions.
Notes
- Soaking beans reduces cooking time and improves digestibility.
- You can substitute the smoked sausage with ham or omit for vegetarian version.
- Adjust spice levels according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Method: Stovetop simmering
- Cuisine: Louisiana Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
