Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2.5 cup

dry red kidney beans

soaked overnight and drained

6 cup

water

0.42 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

0.5 tsp

salt

2 stalk

celery

chopped

2 unit

yellow onions

diced

1 unit

green bell pepper

diced

0.5 cup

fresh flat-leaf parsley

chopped

4 clove

garlic

minced

1 dash

hot pepper sauce

2 cup

vegetable broth

8 cup

cooked brown rice

Step 1
~18 min

Soak red kidney beans overnight and drain.

Step 2
~18 min

Combine the soaked beans with 6 cups of water in a large pot.

Step 3
~18 min

Add black pepper and salt to the pot.

Step 4
~18 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for approximately 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.

Step 5
~18 min

While the beans are simmering, chop the celery, dice the onions, and bell pepper.

Step 6
~18 min

Sauté the chopped vegetables until softened.

Step 7
~18 min

Add the sautéed vegetables, parsley, garlic, and hot pepper sauce to the pot with the beans.

Step 8
~18 min

Stir in the vegetable broth (or bouillon cube dissolved in 2 cups boiling water).

Step 9
~18 min

Simmer for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 10
~18 min

Serve the red beans over cooked brown rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add smoked sausage or ham hock while simmering.

Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce to your desired level of spiciness.

Serve with a side of cornbread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Serve with a side of collard greens.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

New Orleans, Louisiana

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Creole cuisine, often eaten on Mondays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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