Chef John's Red Beans and Rice

This recipe is a delicious and hearty dish that combines red beans, sausage, and rice in a flavorful Cajun-inspired sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in or for a crowd-pleasing dinner party, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried red kidney beans
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• Green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the dried red kidney beans by soaking them overnight in water.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the andouille sausage and cook until browned.
4. Stir in the dried thyme, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
5. Add the soaked red kidney beans, chicken broth, and water to the pot.
6. Simmer the mixture for about 1-2 hours, until the beans are tender and the sauce thickens.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the red beans and sausage over cooked white rice, and garnish with chopped green onions.
9. Enjoy Chef John's delicious red beans and rice!

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