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
- 1 pound Blue Runner Dry Red Beans 1lb – Creamy beans for traditional texture
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced (Richards Andouille 1lb)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon Louisiana Fish Fry Creole Seasoning 8oz – Balanced herbs and spices
- 1 teaspoon Cajun’s Choice Creole Seasoning 10oz – Vibrant paprika and garlic notes
- Cooked rice (Cajun Country Long Grain Rice 5lb)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Beans
- Soak Blue Runner Dry Red Beans overnight.
Step 2: Cook the Base
- Sauté sausage, holy trinity, and garlic 5 minutes.
- Add beans, broth, bay leaves, Louisiana Fish Fry Creole Seasoning, and Cajun’s Choice Creole Seasoning.
Step 3: Simmer
- Boil, then simmer 2-3 hours until creamy.
Step 4: Serve
- 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.
Stock Up for Your Cajun Red Beans and Rice
- Blue Runner Dry Red Beans 1lb
- Richards Andouille 1lb
- Louisiana Fish Fry Creole Seasoning 8oz
- Cajun’s Choice Creole Seasoning 10oz
- Cajun Country Long Grain Rice 5lb
Mar 17th 2025
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