Red Beans and Rice

Red Beans and Rice

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In New Orleans, local ingredients transform a dollar’s worth of dried beans into a creamy, smoky stew. To re-create that rich flavor, we had to find the right substitutions.

Keywords

  • Main Courses
  • Creole & Cajun
  • US & Canada
  • Beans
  • Rice
  • Pasta
  • Grains
  • Rice & Beans
  • Make Ahead
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Cooking tools:

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Serving bowl
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • Table salt
  • 1 pound small red beans (about 2 cups), rinsed and picked over
  • 4 slices bacon (about 4 ounces), chopped fine (see note)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped fine (about 1 cup)
  • 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 celery rib, chopped fine (about 1/2 cup)
  • 3 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika (see note)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Ground black pepper
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 6 cups water
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices (see note)
  • 6 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, plus extra for seasoning
  • 3 scallions, white and green parts, sliced thin
  • Hot sauce (optional)

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