Red Beans and Rice With Sausage

Submitted by Nancy G.

"A new favorite of ours! This recipe is adapted from a magazine. The stand time of 10 minutes is not included in prep or cook time."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 lb spicy smoked sausage
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, divided
• 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
• 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
• 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1⁄2 cup chopped fresh parsley

directions

1. Cut smoked sausage into 1/4 inch thick slices. Cook in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until browned.
2. Remove sausage and drain on paper towels. Reserve 1 teaspoon drippings in pan.
3. Saute onion and celery in hot drippings over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Stir in garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and rice. Saute 3 minutes.
5. Stir in broth, next 3 ingredients and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Bring to boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
6. Remove from heat; stir in sausage and parsley; let stand, covered for 10 minutes or until rice is tender.
7. Serve with hot sauce if desired.