Red Beans & Rice

Name: Red Beans & Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 5 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 pound dried red beans; 3 cups water; 4 cups of Chicken stock; 2 green bell pepper chopped; 1 medium onion chopped Yellow or Red; 3 celery stalks chopped; 1 pound andouille sausage Smoked sausage sliced to 1/4 inch thick; 3 garlic cloves chopped or 2 Tablespoons of minced garlic from a jar; 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning; 3 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon of Chili Powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 cups cooked rice

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10/07/15 | Pork, Slow Cooker

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Crock Pot Red Beans & Rice

My family loves Crock Pot Red Beans & Rice.

When we lived in Oklahoma, there were several restaurants near us that served this dish, so I could easily stop in and pick some up for takeout.

Now that we’ve moved to New England, we haven’t found any place to purchase this close by.

So, after trial and error, I have found a recipe that I can make at home for them, and they ask for it often.

The best part, is that this Easy Red Beans & Rice Recipe can be made in the Crockpot!!!

Before you begin, be sure to gather all ingredients to make sure everything is handy.

DRIED RED BEANS:

I prefer to soak my dried beans overnight in a bowl of water, but you can also skip that step when preparing them in the slow cooker (NOT for stovetop). However, they still need to be rinsed. Place the beans in a bowl of cold water and swish them around to rinse. Any that float to the top of the water should be tossed.

Pour bowl of beans in cold water into a colander and search through double checking that there are no small stones or deformed beans. Then, pour into your crockpot.

CAJUN TRINITY:

I had a roommate from Louisiana in college, and she would always tell us that Cajuns call the mixture of Onions, Peppers, and Celery the “Cajun Trinity”. Dice the Cajun Trinity ingredients, then add to the beans in the crockpot.

ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE:

Use your preferred brand and flavor of Smoked Sausage or Kielbasa. Some prefer milder, others prefer hotter, or even a combination.

HOW TO STORE LEFTOVER RED BEANS AND RICE?

Cool quickly, and transfer to airtight containers.

If storing in ziploc bags, I HIGHLY recommend the Baggy Sandwich Racks Holder. It holds the bags open for you so you can easily pour in soups!

Red Beans and Rice should last for 2-3 days in the refrigerator when properly stored.

CAN I FREEZE LEFTOVER RED BEANS AND RICE?

Yes! Allow them to cool to room temperature, then pack into airtight freezer bags. CLEARLY date and label the outside of the bag, the beans should last for up to 4 months in the freezer.

HOW TO REHEAT RED BEANS AND RICE:

Stovetop: Reheat in a saucepan, adding a small amount of water, stirring frequently on medium low until desired temperature is reached.

Microwave: Place in a microwave safe container and reheat for 1-2 minutes or until desired temperature is reached.

Yield: 8

Red Beans & Rice

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound dried red beans
3 cups water
4 cups of Chicken stock
2 green bell pepper chopped
1 medium onion chopped Yellow or Red
3 celery stalks chopped
1 pound andouille sausage Smoked sausage sliced to 1/4 inch thick
3 garlic cloves chopped or 2 Tablespoons of minced garlic from a jar
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon of Chili Powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cups cooked rice

Instructions

Check red beans for any small pebbles then rinse thoroughly.

Add beans, water, and chicken broth to the crock pot.

Chop all the veggies and add to the crock pot.

Next, chop the sausage.

Complete it with creole seasoning (I used Tony's).

Turn the crock pot on high for 7 hours.

When ready to eat, prepare your rice.

Pour red beans over rice and serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 443Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 1706mgCarbohydrates: 45gFiber: 5gSugar: 5gProtein: 19g

People occasionally email me asking what tools I use in my personal kitchen.

My “Main” Crock Pot is this 6 Quart Crock Pot, and my smaller Crock Pot is this 3 Quart Crock Pot.

My FAVORITE feature is the removable Stoneware that is dishwasher safe for easy clean up!

If your model doesn’t have the removable stoneware, you can easily use Slow Cooker Liners, to make clean up easier.

For chopping vegetables, I use Dishwasher Safe Cutting Boards, and I use a good Chef’s Knife to chop with.

These are a few items I find helpful in my own kitchen when preparing this Crock Pot Red Beans & Rice Recipe:

Crock-Pot Cook & Carry 6-Quart Oval Portable Manual Slow Cooker | Stainless Steel (SCCPVL600S)Reynolds Kitchens Premium Slow Cooker Liners – 13 x 21 Gorilla Grip Original Reversible Cutting Board (3-Piece) BPA Free, Dishwasher Safe, Juice Grooves, Larger Thicker Boards, Easy Grip Handle, Non Porous, Extra Large, Kitchen (Set of Three: Black)Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chef’s Knife, 8-Inch Chef’s FFP Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning, 8 Ounce Shakers Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Kitchen The Easy Heart Healthy Cookbook for Slow Cookers: 130 Prep-and-Go Low-Sodium Recipes Real Cajun: Rustic Home Cooking from Donald Link’s Louisiana

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Comments

Kaycee says
September 18, 2019 at 7:10 am
This looks great! We love red beans and rice but typically only have them when we go down to Louisiana, which is twice a year but still not enough!
Kathleen says
February 5, 2018 at 5:56 pm
Not sure it its a typo or not, but 4 tablespoons of Tony’s is a lot, especially if your sausage is spicy too. I have made it twice now and the second time, I only added 1 tablespoon. I’m not a pansy when it comes to spice either!
Elizabeth Tarlow says
November 26, 2016 at 5:02 pm
This looks so delicious…spicy, but good!! Thanks for sharing!
slehan says
November 19, 2016 at 10:58 pm
A taste of New Orleans. Yum!
slehan at juno dot com
marilynnawara says
November 19, 2016 at 6:49 pm
My boys would love for me to make this. This would be a good fast meal for during the week — let it cook all day and then just make the rice when I get home.
marlene harris says
November 19, 2016 at 3:02 pm
love beans and rice
gracefulcoffee says
November 19, 2016 at 1:56 pm
My grandma would love this recipe! Thanks for sharing.
jalapenomamamn says
November 17, 2016 at 10:59 pm
We all love rice and beans!
This is a must make soon.
Thanks for the recipe.
Barbara Montag
Kristen says
November 17, 2016 at 10:27 pm
This looks like something my family would enjoy.
Vicki Wurgler says
November 17, 2016 at 4:16 pm
I’ll have to try this recipe-my grandmother made Beans & Rice for us
Mary Gardner says
November 17, 2016 at 1:26 pm
That sounds really good for these cold days we have coming up. Thanks for the recipe!
Charity Cram says
November 17, 2016 at 1:22 pm
Great ingredient combination, beans, rice and sausage! Sounds delicious!
Kelly says
November 17, 2016 at 9:19 am
This looks so yummy. I love that it can be made in the crockpot making my life so much easier. I love beans and rice, so this would be a favorite I am sure. Thanks.
rsbrandt44 says
November 17, 2016 at 2:54 am
It’s the sausage that makes it work! (Here in Mobile, Alabama we like the Conecuh sausage!)
Cynthia R says
November 16, 2016 at 2:11 pm
This looks and sounds good. I like smoked sausage, i make a smoked sausage stir fry with onions, peppers, zucchini and squash. We are doing low carb so we leave out rice and pasta in our meals.
Amber Ludwig says
November 24, 2015 at 8:43 pm
One of my all time favs!! Such a hearty southern classic!!
Linda Manns Linneman says
November 20, 2015 at 6:55 pm
I love red beans and rice but I have never made it. Thank you for sharing this recipe
Christie says
October 28, 2015 at 4:47 pm
Wow this looks like a terrific dish for a cold winter night. I’m always hankering for some rice!
Crystal says
October 28, 2015 at 4:30 pm
My brother lived in Louisiana for a decade and misses the pod and culture. I need to make this for him.
Stefany Thode (@ToBeThode) says
October 28, 2015 at 2:40 pm
Yum! I love red beans and rice but have never made it. Thanks for the recipe.
Shannon Gurnee says
October 28, 2015 at 1:36 pm
This sounds like a delicious recipe! I’ve never tried this sauce before.
Shell Things (@shellthings) says
October 28, 2015 at 11:53 am
I’m always looking for new crockpot recipes. I’ll have to give this one a shot!
traceyzimmer says
October 28, 2015 at 11:52 am
I have never made red beans and rice. I know what I’ll be trying out this weekend now!
sippycupmom says
October 28, 2015 at 10:45 am
YUM! It’s been so long since I’ve had this, I need to make it!
Marcie W. says
October 28, 2015 at 9:49 am
This recipe looks super delicious and I love all the added spices. You can never go wrong with hearty comfort food.
Debbie Denny says
October 28, 2015 at 9:40 am
Oh I love red beans and rice. Crockpot cooking is perfect for a wonderful meal. Looks delish,
Anjanette says
October 27, 2015 at 11:32 pm
My tummy literally just growled… This recipes looks delicious.
Chasing Joy says
October 27, 2015 at 11:05 pm
In Philly I’ve only seen red beans and rice at Popeyes.
Chasing Joy says
October 27, 2015 at 11:03 pm
It’s funny how somemthing you are practically tripping over in one city is almost unheard off in another.
Toni | BoulderLocavore says
October 27, 2015 at 9:41 pm
I love red beans and rice! I don’t think I’ve ever made it from scratch! Thank you.
Diana Elizabeth says
October 27, 2015 at 6:28 pm
I love rice – the red beans sound delicious I’m not familiar with them. You moved to New England?! So awesome! I just visited Boston and fell in love.
Liz Mays says
October 27, 2015 at 2:47 pm
Now this sounds like an awesome dinner for us. The guys would definitely like theirs extra spicy!
Pam says
October 27, 2015 at 1:38 pm
I really like red beans and rice! I have never made it in a crockpot before though!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
October 27, 2015 at 1:03 pm
Sounds like a winner to me. We eat red beans and rice all the time. It’s a great meal, and it really fills us up.
Betsy says
October 27, 2015 at 12:54 pm
Red beans and rice are a “go-to” meal in our household, especially during the colder months. It’s on our meal planner to eat this week!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
October 27, 2015 at 12:48 pm
That sounds like a fantastic meal! I have never had anything like this before.
Shannon says
October 24, 2015 at 12:38 am
This sounds delicious and thank you for sharing your recipe with us.