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Louisiana Red Beans & Rice: Comforting & Deliciously Easy!

Louisiana Red Beans & Rice
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A classic dish that brings warmth and comfort, Louisiana Red Beans & Rice is the perfect easy meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup red kidney beans
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 4 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak the kidney beans overnight.
  2. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.
  3. Add cayenne pepper, thyme, and soaked beans, stirring for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours until beans are tender.
  6. Cook the rice according to package instructions separately.
  7. Serve the beans over the rice.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding sausage or ham hocks.
  • You can adjust the spice level by varying the cayenne pepper.

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