Red Beans and Rice with Canned Beans
Enjoy a scrumptious plate of red beans and rice with sausage that is ready to eat in under 30 minutes! If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe for delicious red beans and rice, then look no further. The best quick red beans and rice recipe this side of the Mississippi!
Servings 4
Calories 781kcal
Equipment
- Large (minimum 5-quart) heavy duty pot w/cover
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch discs (andouille sausage or Conecuh sausage)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 10-oz bag frozen seasoning blend (pre-chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery) see Notes for substitution
- 15.5-oz can red beans (or pinto beans with bacon), undrained
- 16-oz can Blue Runner Creole Cream Style Red Beans see Notes for substitution
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning (such as Tony's) add more seasoning to suit your taste
- cooked rice
Instructions
- Saute the sliced sausage in the oil until the sausage is slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery seasoning blend. Saute until tender, about 5 minutes (saute 5 additional minutes if using fresh vegetables annd add 1-2 tbsp).
- Add the undrained red beans (or pinto beans with bacon), creole cream style red beans, and seasonings. Mix well and gently simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Stir. Serve with hot cooked rice.
Notes
Substitutions
If using fresh veggies, use 1 cup chopped onion, 1 cup diced bell pepper, and ½ cup diced celery plus 1-2 tablespoons of water or chicken broth to thin out the super thick creole red beans. Saute for 10 minutes or until softened.
If you can't find the Blue Runner beans, sub with a can of red beans or pinto beans, drained. Mash half the beans, then add all the beans to the pot.
Additional Notes
Store leftover red beans and rice in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Super time-saving tip: Use precooked rice that comes in a pouch.
The nutritional information does not include the rice.
Nutrition
Serving: 13.6oz | Calories: 781kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1619mg | Potassium: 1138mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 6080IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 164mg | Iron: 6mg
