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Red Beans and Rice for Two
Prep Time
15
mins
Cook Time
1
hr
30
mins
Total Time
1
hr
45
mins
Servings
:
4
servings (two large, two smaller)
Author
:
Jen
Ingredients
1
cup
of dried kidney beans
soaked for 24 hours to soften
1
slice
of bacon
chopped
1
rib celery
chopped fine
1
small onion
chopped fine
1
green pepper
chopped fine (be sure to remove the stem and seeds before you chop it!)
1
clove
minced garlic
1 1/2
teaspoon
cajun seasoning
4
cups
water
2
cups
chicken broth
4
oz
andouille sausage
sliced
2
cups
cooked white rice
1
green onion
sliced (including both the white and the green part)
Instructions
In a large saucepan, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until brown and crispy, about 6 minutes.
Stir in the celery, onion and green pepper and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes
Add the garlic and cajun seasoning and give it a quick stir. Stir in the beans, water and broth, and simmer for about 45 minutes. Stir frequently.
Stir in the andouille and simmer for another 30 minutes.
Serve over rice with the sliced green onions sprinkled on top.