Spicy Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Red beans and rice is a classic dish that originated in Louisiana. It's a spicy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. This recipe is easy to make and can be made in under an hour.

Ingredients

• 1 pound red kidney beans
• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 stalks of celery, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups cooked rice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Soak the red beans overnight in water. Drain the water and rinse the beans before using.
2. In a large pot, sauté the andouille sausage until browned. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
4. Add the bay leaves, thyme, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
5. Add the soaked red beans and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
6. Add the cooked andouille sausage back to the pot and stir to combine.
7. Serve the red beans and sausage over cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.