Bayou Beans & Rice

JackieOhNo!'s Note:

Smoky sausage and Cajun seasoning add loads of flavor to rice and kidney beans in this sassy side dish.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 tablespoon oil
• ¾ cup diced andouille sausages or ¾ cup kielbasa
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup diced red pepper
• ½ cup diced celery
• ¼ teaspoon dried cajun seasoning
• 1 (14 ½ ounce) can chicken broth
• ½ cup water
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 (15 ¼ ounce) can dark red kidney beans , drained and rinsed

Directions:

1. Heal oil in a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat. Add sausage, onion, red pepper, celery and seasoning; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add broth and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil and stir in rice. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in beans; cook, uncovered, until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Reviews

[Nancy's Pantry]

This is such an easy dish to make and it is full of flavor. It can be a main dish or a nice hearty side dish. I used smoked sausage as we have great sausages made here in the Texas Hill Country, but I can see where the cajun sausage would be equally delicious. Thanks so much for the post. Made for the Newest Zaar tag, January, 2012.