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Hearty Cajun Red Beans and Rice: Louisiana's Monday Tradition

Hearty Cajun Red Beans and Rice: Louisiana's Monday Tradition

Red beans and rice is Louisiana’s ultimate comfort food – creamy beans simmered with sausage and spices, served over fluffy rice. This classic is perfect for revivin’ Monday traditions or celebratin’ National Bean Day. Slow-cook it for that authentic flavor!

Ingredients

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Beans

  1. Soak Blue Runner Dry Red Beans overnight.

Step 2: Cook the Base

  1. Sauté sausage, holy trinity, and garlic 5 minutes.
  2. Add beans, broth, bay leaves, Louisiana Fish Fry Creole Seasoning, and Cajun’s Choice Creole Seasoning.

Step 3: Simmer

  1. Boil, then simmer 2-3 hours until creamy.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Serve over rice with hot sauce.

Tips for the Best Red Beans and Rice

  • Slow-cooker option: Cook on low 8 hours.
  • Mash some beans for creaminess.
  • Add ham hock for extra smokiness.

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