LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE WITH ADOUILLE SAUSAGE

Louisiana Red Beans and Rice with Adouille Sausage image

Provided by Diane Atherton

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb dried red beans
6 c water
1/4 c dry white wine, optional
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1 large onion, chopped
1 large bell pepper, chopped
4 clove garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tsp salt, optional
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp everglades all purpose seasoning (or you can use a seasoning salt)
1 tsp thyme, dried
1/4 tsp sage, dried
1 Tbsp parsley flakes
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
cooked white rice

Steps:

1. Soak beans according to package instructions. For this recipe I used this method of soaking beans: clean beans with fresh water. Place beans in large pot and cover with water (6 cups). Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let them set for 1 hour. NOTE: I usually add a little salt to the water.
2. While beans are soaking; chop up vegetables; set aside.
3. Measure out the seasonings; set aside.
4. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot; cover with 6 cups water; add wine, stir in vegetables, olive oil and seasonings.
5. Over a medium heat bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer with lid cracked open for 1 1/2 hours.
6. Add sausage and continue to simmer an additional 30 minutes.
7. Spoon over rice and serve with oven fresh sweet cheesy cornbread. Enjoy!