Red Beans and Rice

Absolutely! 🍛 Red Beans and Rice is a classic Southern/Cajun comfort dish—hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a filling meal. It’s traditionally made with red beans, smoked sausage or ham, aromatics, and spices, served over fluffy white rice.

Here’s a tried-and-true recipe:

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Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Ingredients (serves 4–6)

• 1 lb (450 g) dried red beans, soaked overnight and drained
• 1 lb smoked sausage (like Andouille or kielbasa), sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 2 bay leaves
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or water)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• Optional garnish: chopped green onions, hot sauce

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