Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

• 0.13 cup Kidney Bean
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 18.75 oz Onion, chopped
• 4.1 tbsp Green Bell Pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1 leaf Bay Leaf
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Thyme
• 1/4 tsp Sage
• 1 tbsp Parsley
• 1 tsp Cajun Seasoning
• 0.13 tsp Andouille Sausage, sliced
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/4 cup Grain White Rice

Instructions

1. Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
4. Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.

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