If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, look no further than this spicy Cajun red beans and rice with smoked turkey sausage recipe. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound dried red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, sliced (optional)
First, soak the kidney beans overnight in cold water. Drain and rinse the beans before using. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the sausage over medium-high heat. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until the vegetables are tender. Add the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, soaked beans, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Once the beans are tender, remove the bay leaf and add the cooked sausage to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the spicy Cajun red beans and rice with cooked white rice and sliced green onions, if desired.
This dish is perfect for meal prep or for feeding a crowd. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Enjoy the delicious flavors of Cajun cuisine with this spicy red beans and rice recipe.
