This is an authentic Louisiana red beans and rice recipe, from a real cajun! These beans are savory, hearty, and velvety smooth. They are packed with smoked meats making a filling complete meal!
Soak beans in water overnight to start hydrating them. This will help the cooking process go quicker. Drain and rinse the beans before you cook.
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Crisp the bacon and set it aside on paper towels. Sear the sausage in bacon fat until browned on both sides and set aside.
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sauté the holy trinity in bacon fat (thats onions, bell pepper, and celery) until softened. Then add in garlic.
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Add meats back to the pot with beans, ham, dried seasonings, parsley, green onions, bay leaves and chicken broth. Simmer uncovered for 2 hours.
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Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in remaining parsley and green onions. Remove bay leaves. If you want thicker beans, smash some against the side of the pot.
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Serve red beans over white long grain rice topped with green onions and parsley. Add a dash of hot sauce. Serve with cornbread or pork chops!
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