Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

dried red beans

rinsed

1 pound

smoked sausage

sliced

1 unit

bay leaf

2 tbsp

Cajun seasoning

to taste

0.5 clove

garlic

chopped

0.5 unit

onion

chopped

1 stalk

celery

chopped

0.5 unit

green bell pepper

chopped

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

dried parsley

0.25 tsp

ground cumin

5 cup

cold water

as needed

Step 1
~5 min

Rinse the dried red beans.

Step 2
~5 min

Slice the smoked sausage.

Step 3
~5 min

Chop the garlic, onion, celery, and green bell pepper.

Step 4
~5 min

Combine the rinsed red beans, sliced sausage, bay leaf, Cajun seasoning, chopped garlic, chopped onion, chopped celery, chopped green bell pepper, salt, parsley, and cumin in the pressure cooker.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour in cold water to cover the ingredients, according to the pressure cooker manufacturer's directions (do not exceed the maximum fill line).

Step 6
~5 min

Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7
~5 min

Seal the lid of the pressure cooker.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the pressure cooker to full pressure over high heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Reduce the heat to low to maintain full pressure and cook for 30 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Allow the pressure to drop naturally before opening the lid.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove the lid carefully once the pressure has fully released.

Step 12
~5 min

Stir the mixture and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak beans overnight for a creamier texture.

Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.

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 in advance.

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 rice.

Serve with cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

A staple dish of Louisiana Creole cuisine, often associated with Mondays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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