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Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Cheddar’s Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the Cheddar’s Red Beans and Rice Recipe. Cheddar’s Red Beans and Rice is a hearty Southern-style comfort dish filled with smoky, creamy, savory flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dry red kidney beans
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Mixing spoon
  • Skillet
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the beans
  1. Rinse the beans well and soak them for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and keep aside.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Step 2: Sauté the vegetables
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Step 3: Add sausage
  1. Stir in the sliced smoked sausage and cook until lightly browned for extra flavor.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Step 4: Add seasonings and liquids
  1. Add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and water. Mix well.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Step 5: Simmer the beans
  1. Add soaked beans. Cover the pot and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans become tender and creamy.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Step 6: Serve
  1. Spoon cooked rice into bowls and top with generous servings of the red bean mixture.
    Cheddar's Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Notes

Serve this dish with warm cornbread, sweet honey butter, or a crisp green salad. Add sliced green onions or hot sauce on top for extra flavor.