One-Pot Red Beans and Rice - Southern Bite

A classic Southern dish, One-Pot Red Beans and Rice is a hearty and flavorful comfort food that brings together red beans, smoked sausage, and a blend of aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal or a festive gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb dried red beans, rinsed and soaked overnight
• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups cooked rice, for serving
• Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Soak the red beans, add the smoked sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to a large pot

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, and salt and pepper

After adding the chicken broth, heat the mixture until it boils

Once the beans are soft, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for two to three hours, stirring now and then

Add some chopped green onions as a garnish and serve over cooked rice